Although Italy is facing a difficult economic period, according to a ranking, this would be the richest country in Lazio. Let’s find out together.
Economically speaking, this is not a simple period for our country. The effects of the recession and the economic crisis triggered first by the pandemic and then by the war in Ukraine are being felt on a large scale in our country. Yet today we are talking about something different. Of a region that boasts a very rich place. Which?
It is the richest town in Lazio
When we refer to our country from an economic point of view we must admit that at the top of the rankings from the point of view of well-being, we always find the north. For various reasons, a sort of tradition that has continued for years now. And the phenomenon of the depopulation of some areas in favor of northern cities in search of work and a different quality of life is still present.
So if we talk about rich cities and towns in Italy it will certainly seem strange to focus on a region like that of Lazio. Indeed, according to statistics, among the most prosperous cities are those of Lombardy and Piedmont, with the exception of Lajatico in Tuscany, a municipality with a high per capita income.
Yet do you know which is the richest town in Lazio? No, it is not Rome, but it is located in the wonderful area of the Castelli Romani, a splendid area south of the capital full of ancient villages and villages waiting to be discovered. The country in question is called Grottaferrata and it is one of the most visited.
The beautiful Grottaferrata
It is located between Marino and Frascati and enjoys a privileged position at 330 meters above sea level. Like all the villages that are part of the Castelli Romani area, Grottaferrata is also a place rich in ancient history, still evidenced today by the churches and historic buildings.
What makes it the richest country in the region is an average per capita income of well 29,724 eurosputting the capital in second position with an income of 28,900 euros. Following in this list are other “unsuspected” ones, such as Formello, Monte Porzio Catone, Sacrofano, Frascati. And again, Ciampino, Manziana. Trevignano and Santa Marinella close the ranking.
Grottaferrata, income aside, is certainly worth a visit in this season. A visit to the is not to be missed the Abbey of Santa Maria di Grottaferrata, religious building erected in 1004 by San Nilo da Rossano. And also Santovetti Palace. Then there are several noble villas, like many scattered throughout the rest of the Castelli area, some open to the public, others still private today. Finally, you can’t miss the walk along the walls of the Hamlet of Grottaferrata, a castle dating back to the 10th century, owned by the Tuscolo family.
