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 Introduzione
Castrocaro Terme is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Forli-Cesena in the Italian region Emilia-Romagna, located about 60 km southeast of Bologna and about 10 km southwest of Forlì. As of 31 December 2004, it had a population of 6,303 and an area of 38.9 km. It is believed to occupy the site of the ancient city of Solona, part of which name the comune retains.
The municipality of Castrocaro Terme contains the frazioni (subdivisions, mainly villages and hamlets) Pieve Salutare, Terra del Sole, and Villa Rovere. Castrocaro Terme borders the following municipalities: Brisighella, Dovadola, Forli, Modigliana, and Predappio.
It is famous for it's spa and tourism.
 Come Si Arriva
By Plane
Forli Airport, 14 km;
Bologna Airport, km 80;
Cesena - 32 km
Faenza - 16 km
By Train
Forli - linea -Bologna -Ancona;
Bus services are every 30 minutes.
By Car
Motorway A4, Forli exit then SS 67 in the Castrocaro direction (10 km).
By Bus
Regular Bus services are available from the Airport and Train station.
 History and Culture
Castrocaro was already known to the Romans as Salsubium (for its salty waters). In the middle ages it was given its present name probably originating from the Celtic Kaster Kar (rocky crag) or deriving from Castrum Cari, that is, encampment of Caro or Carino, Roman emperors who reigned during the 3rd century.
The town was even quoted by Dante Alighieri in his famous invective against some noble Romagna families.The history of the town encompasses two distinct periods: the direct and almost uninterrupted rule of the Church until 1403 and then that of Florence until the Unity of Italy, after a short Napoleonic period. Ruled by the Archbishops of Ravenna under the Papal State and by noble families of that time, such as the Ordelaffis and the Manfredis, the town of Castrocaro attempted for short periods to gain independence, but had to seek protection in the Papal state.
Under the Florentines Castrocaro were for a long time the chief town of Tuscan-Romagna provinces. After the construction of the nearby Medici town of Terra del Sole and the transfer of the administrative and judicial offices to the new town, Castrocaro lost in importance until 1830 when Professor Antonio Targioni Tozzetti brought to light the curative properties of the bromoiodide waters of Castrocaro which began to be used for treatment purposes. From that time on the name of Castrocaro is linked to the effectiveness of its thermal treatments.
 Chiese e Musei
The Church of St.Francis
St. Francis is the main church in the city.
Museum of Man and the Environment
The Museum of Man and the Environment has been completely reorganized and is now housed in 23 rooms and follows the environmental evolution of this land, the history of man's presence in this land, from prehistory to modern times. It has a varied collection of recollections from local craftsmen and farmers.
 Historical buildings and monuments
Medievale Fortress
The great castle on the rock has seen more than thirty thousand visitors in just three years, earning it a place in the list of the most visited castles in Emilia Romagna. It is considered to be one of the most important examples of medieval composite fortified architecture by the experts: its general state of abandon over the centuries saved it from structural changes. The vintage wine store of the Wine and Dine Route through the Hills of Forli and Cesena is housed in the same building, where you can find the best wines of the Route and get to know all the producers along the Route.
Dantesque plaque
This plaque is located on S. Nicolo parish church's external wall (on via Garibaldi side). Dante Alighieri was strongly convinced that Romagna at his times was corrupted; in Purgatorio's XIV canto he makes Guido del Duca violently lash out against noble families' degenerate sons in the Region.
 Places of Interests
Casa del Miracolo
The Casa del Miracolo (the house of the miracle), where some sustain that Sant'Antonio da Padova made Jesus appear.
The Thermal Spa
The Terme di Castrocaro spa is the right place to regenerate your body and soul, surrounded by a beautiful park with century-old trees. The Terme di Castrocaro spa, which has been known for centuries for the healing properties of its bromine and iodine and sulphurous waters and naturally matured mud, is continuously developing in the treatment and prevention of several troubles.
Other places
The Bell tower, the commissioners' building, Palazzo Piancastelli (1718), Battistero di S.Giovanni, the thermal baths and their park.
 Eventi
Castrocaro Fortress - June
In the dramatic night-time atmosphere of the Fortress, music, drama, fireworks, historical processions, entertainment, all by torchlight will be held.
Piazza d'Armi - Terra del Sole - June
A Palio tournament is held between the towns of Romagna Tuscany. reenactment of military and Renaissance life with military camps.
Spring Festival - September
Kite making, nature walks, food stands with natural produce, entertainment and games will be conducted.
Palio of St. Reparata and Romagna Tuscany - September
This festival is in lieu of the settlement of the Grand Duke's Commissary of Romagna Tuscany. Historical reenactment and Events include Knock-out heats of Tug of War between the towns vying to take part in the Palio of Romagna Tuscany. Historical Procession will be from from Castrocaro Terme to Terra del Sole with knights and other characters on carts of that era. Also Flag waving games are held.
Fiera di San Rocco - 16th August
The stock and goods village fair was first celebrated in 1641. Stands selling a wide range of goods will be set along the streets of the centre for the entire day.
Soffitta in Piazza - 5th June to 11th September
It is held every Monday from 7.00 pm to 11.00 pm in the month of September where Hobbyists, collectors and artists will meet under the Castrocaro Fortress.
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