“Imagine living in a time when sulfur-rich springs were a medical marvel!” Right here in Sant’Albino, you’d find such a spring. This charming village, also known as San’Albin in the local dialect, is more than just a pretty face. Sant’Albino holds a special place in history thanks to its healing waters. For centuries, people have flocked to these springs, seeking relief from respiratory ailments, skin conditions, and even rheumatism. The sulfur water, once a local secret, gained fame and attracted visitors from far and wide. But Sant’Albino’s treasures don’t end there. The village is nestled near a travertine quarry, a site that provided the very stones used to build many churches and buildings in the region. You can see evidence of this quarry in the San Biagio district of nearby Montepulciano, all crafted from the stone sourced here in Sant’Albino.
Nuovo Cimitero di Cologno Monzese
“A timeless sanctuary,” the old woman whispered, her gaze fixed on the rows of marble within Nuovo Cimitero di Cologno