San Vito al Tagliamento, Medieval commune in Pordenone, Italy
San Vito al Tagliamento is a commune in the Pordenone region that sits on a gentle elevation about 100 feet (30 meters) above sea level. The village is defined by ancient walls and three preserved towers that rise from surrounding farmland.
The settlement grew from a Roman religious site called Fanum Sancti Viti into a fortified medieval center over time. Its location along the Tagliamento River landscape shaped its strategic importance for centuries.
The Church of Santa Maria dei Battuti holds works by Pomponio Amalteo and Giovanni Antonio Pilacorte that shape how visitors experience local artistic traditions. These paintings remain central to understanding the town's cultural life.
The town sits roughly 20 kilometers northwest of Pordenone and 80 kilometers southeast of Trieste, making it accessible from regional centers. The agricultural surroundings offer quiet paths for exploring, with clear views toward the historic structures.
A painting of the Madonna di Rosa was crowned by Pope Leo XIII and holds the title of Queen and protectress of the Tagliamento. This papal recognition gives the artwork extraordinary religious significance for the region.
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