Discover what to do in Morgano in the province of Treviso: the IGP asparagus festival, the red radicchio exhibition, the natural park of the Sile river, the rotunda of Badoere, the parish of Badoere. First of all…
Where is Morgano located?
The municipality of Morgano borders to the north with Istrana and Paese, to the south with Piombino Dese and Zero Branco, to the east with Quinto di Treviso, and to the west with Piombino Dese.
The IGP Asparagus Festival
When and where is the IGP Asparagus Festival held?
The IGP Asparagus Festival takes place between April and May in the splendid architectural setting of Piazza Indipendenza, better known as the Rotunda of Badoere.
The event promotes one of the most characteristic and healthy products of our territory. The asparagus of Protected Geographical Indication, in fact, with its delicate flavor and meaty texture is ideal for preparing various recipes: steamed, boiled, but also baked or pan-fried.
The Red Radicchio Exhibition of Treviso
When and where is the Red Radicchio Exhibition of Treviso held?
The red radicchio exhibition is held in December on Via Albino de Lazzari, Badoere.
Although it is a recent initiative (the first edition of the exhibition was held in 2021), the event promotes the most representative vegetable of the province of Treviso, a very tasty variety of chicory distinguished by a purplish red color and a pleasant slightly bitter taste that makes it unmistakable.
If you are wondering what to do in Morgano and want to taste the excellences that characterize the biodiversity of our territory, this new but significant event will certainly be right up your alley.
Natural Park of the Sile River
Morgano is one of the eleven municipalities included in the Sile River Park, a vast natural oasis crossed by the longest spring-fed river in Italy, whose waters originate from the springs between Casacorba di Vedelago and Torreselle di Piombino Dese.
The richness of the waters of the Sile and Zero rivers contributes to the formation of a delicate ecosystem composed of vibrant flora and a diverse faunal heritage.
The marshy environment favors the growth of reed beds and patches of spontaneous vegetation (among which the white water lily stands out for its rarity and splendor) arising around ponds and lakes, an ideal habitat for elegant bird species such as the mute swan, the stork, and the splendid purple heron.
The various bird species and the thriving habitat in which they live represent a great attraction for ornithologists and hiking enthusiasts eager to admire splendid examples of rural architecture, among which stand out ancient water mills used until the 20th century and harmoniously integrated into the park.
The presence of the Sile River and the concentration of clay in the soil led to the creation of several kilns called fornasotti used for the production of bricks along the riverbank. One of these kilns, owned by the Basadonna family, is located in the “Settimo” area.
The Rotunda of Badoere
Built at the behest of the noble Venetian family Badoer, the Rotunda is one of the barchesse of greatest historical and architectural relevance in the Veneto region thanks to its excellent state of conservation and its unique character.
Marked by forty-one arches, the sumptuous porticoed structure forms two semicircles that delimit Piazza Indipendenza, whose design and construction most likely date back to the end of the 17th century.
*from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM in winter months and from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM in summer months.
Parish of Badoere
Located at Via Roma, 8, 31050 Badoere (TV), the parish church of Badoere is a precious example of neo-Gothic architecture whose construction dates back to the post-war period. Inside the church you can admire an oil painting on canvas entitled ‘Madonna with Child and Saints’, placed on the wall beside the right altar.
The work depicts the Madonna seated on a cloud holding the baby Jesus, elevated above the saints Peter (recognizable by the gold and silver keys), Paul (portrayed with a sword), Anthony, who points to the baby Jesus, and Saint Francis, captured kneeling in a contemplative position, facing a skull, to represent the precariousness and transience of human life. In the background, a bright mountain landscape extends.
