Roseto degli Abruzzi

Geography

A major north–south rail line running along the coast passes through Roseto connecting it to the provincial capitals of Pescara and Teramo. Towns nearby include Atri, Giulianova, Morro d'Oro, Mosciano Sant'Angelo, Notaresco and Pineto. Roseto is a popular and highly developed seaside location known throughout Italy and the world. It is sometimes referred to as Lido delle Rose (Beach of the Roses). More recently it has been associated with the "Bandiera Blu" (The Blue Banner).

History

The name of the city was decreed to be Rosburgo by decree of King Umberto I of Italy in 1877. Later the name fell into disfavor, especially in military circles, because it sounded Austrian, a bitter enemy of Italy during World War I, and in 1927 the city was rechristened with its current name. The name derives in part from the large numbers and varieties of rose and oleander trees which grace the byways and balconies of the city's residents. Tourism is the main economic activity in terms of revenue generated. Roseto's coastline, including an area known as Cologna, has more than 10 km of beaches available for swimming and other water activities.

Culture

Just as the name of the city was changed from Rosburgo to Roseto, Saint Mary of the Assumption took the place of Saint Filomena of Rome as the city's liturgical patroness. This followed an examination of the saint's remains, which found no trace of human blood but only a vial of perfume, rings, and various assorted personal items. The controversy this engendered led some to conclude that the remains were not those of Saint Filomena but rather those of another young woman who died in the 4th century AD.

Sports

In the sports domain Roseto is best known for its basketball team Roseto Sharks. It hosts a large indoor stadium capable of seating 4,500 fans. Other popular sporting facilities include an Olympic size swimming pool, numerous tennis courts, futsal courts, and bocce courts.

Economy

Roseto is a communications center. Its economy is strengthened by the fact that it has a balance of both commercial and touristic entities. Rolli S.p.A., produces and exports a large quantity of jams, marmalade, and preserves. A large scale wine producer, Scialletti, exports internationally. Dozens of smaller concerns contribute to Roseto's industrial sector. Roseto is second only to Teramo in hosting artisan workshops and small factories. Many large trucking and transportation companies are located nearby.

Education

A Canadian school, Centro Scuola, has organized summer language programs in Roseto and neighbouring towns for many years. Beginning in the fall of 2004 semester-long programs have been conducted.

Frazioni

Frazioni (outlying areas) of this communal city include San Giovanni, Campo a Mare, Casal Thaulero, Cologna Paese, Cologna Spiaggia, Montepagano, Santa Lucia, Voltarrosto, and Bonaduce.

Twin towns

• United States of America Roseto, Pennsylvania
• Poland Jawor, Poland
• Belgium La Louvière, Belgium
• Croatia Makarska, Croatia
• Italy Roseto Capo Spulico, Italy
• Italy Romentino, Italy

Climate

|Jan record high C = 19.2 |Feb record high C = 23.0 |Mar record high C = 24.1 |Apr record high C = 25.2 |May record high C = 30.2 |Jun record high C = 35.2 |Jul record high C = 35.0 |Aug record high C = 39.4 |Sep record high C = 34.0 |Oct record high C = 33.0 |Nov record high C = 27.8 |Dec record high C = 22.5 |Jan record low C = -2.8 |Feb record low C = -4.8 |Mar record low C = -2.4 |Apr record low C = 1.5 |May record low C = 6.2 |Jun record low C = 11.5 |Jul record low C = 13.8 |Aug record low C = 11.5 |Sep record low C = 3.1 |Oct record low C = 5.1 |Nov record low C = 0.0 |Dec record low C = -3.2 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20240630102234/https://www.regione.abruzzo.it/system/files/agricoltura/agrometereologia/VALORI_MEDI_CLIMATICI_NELLA_REGIONE_ABRUZZO.pdf | archive-date = 30 June 2024 | access-date = 30 June 2024}}

References

References

1. "Abruzzo Region".