Introdacqua
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| official_name = Comune di Introdacqua
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| region = {{RegioneIT|sigla=ABR}}
| province = {{ProvinciaIT (short form)|sigla=AQ}} (AQ)
| frazioni = Cantone, Cauze, Mastroiacovo, Pannate, Santa Maria Frascati
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| area_total_km2 = 36.97
| population_footnotes = All demographics and other statistics from the Italian statistical institute (Istat)
| population_total = 2115
| population_as_of = 31 December 2013
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| population_demonym = Introdacquesi
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| elevation_m = 642
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| saint = San Feliciano
| day = 21 August
| postal_code = 67030
| area_code = 0864
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| istat = 066048
| fractions = Bugnara, Pettorano sul Gizio, Scanno, Sulmona
| fiscal_code = E307
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Introdacqua is a comune and town in the Province of L'Aquila in the Abruzzo region of Italy.
Introdacqua is part of Valle Peligna although it is set between Contra and S. Antonio Valleys.
History
The name Introdacqua draws from inter aquas, a Latin expression for "inside the waters", due to the water abundance in the territory.{{cite web |url= https://borghipiubelliditalia.it/borgo/introdacqua/#1480496816106-48a7f6ef-54ab |title= Introdacqua: Hidden Between Two Pine Forests |author= |date= 2024 |publisher= P.IVA|accessdate= December 30, 2024}} The Lombards founded Introdacqua in the 9th century and the city grew over time. The 14th century was consequential for the town, when the Medici family controlled the region and construction flourished. During medieval times, the city also fell under the Trasmondi family. By the 19th century, wool and silk were central to local business.{{cite web |url= https://www.italiannotebook.com/places/introdacqua-a-hidden-treasure-of-italy/|title= Introdacqua: A Hidden Treasure of Italy|author= Rizalie Valera|date= March 12, 2023 |publisher= Italian Notebook|accessdate= December 30, 2024}} The city experienced earthquakes in 1654, 1703, 1704, 1706, and 1915. According to Rizalie Valera, "Today, the town is a charming blend of old and new, with ancient buildings and narrow streets coexisting alongside modern shops and cafes."
Geography
Introdacqua is built among hills and mountains in the Abruzzo region. It is situated between the di Contra and Sant'Antonio valleys near Sulmona.{{cite web |url= https://www.italyheritage.com/regions/abruzzo/laquila/introdacqua.htm|title= Introdacqua, Province of L'Aquila, Abruzzo|author=|date= 2024 |publisher= Italy Heritage|accessdate= December 30, 2024}} Various hiking trails span the surrounding area.
Cityscape
Notable structures include the city's castle dating from the 1200s, as well as the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore. The main church was built between 1474 and around 1510. A mansion called the Palazzo del Barone was built in the 1400s which is today open to the public accompanied by a museum. The Palazzo Trasmondi is another notable structure. A Jewish quarter with synagogues remains in the city, dating from the 1500s.
Demographics
Notable people
Ilio DiPaolo (1926-1995) - professional wrestler