Talocci: Cures, Santa Maria dell'Arci and Stringozzo

Talocci is defined by several specific themes: the ancient Sabine city of Cures, identified with present-day Talocci; the local speciality Stringozzo talocciano; and the Santuario di Santa Maria dell'Arci. The sanctuary is associated with the hamlet of Talocci and the parish of Santi Martiri Sabini. Together, these connections offer different perspectives on the place: archaeological history, local church history and food culture. When planning a trip, you can choose the themes that will shape your stay most.

Cures: a settlement history with a tangible find

A 2019 cultural account identifies the ancient Sabine city of Cures with present-day Talocci. The settlement of Cures associated with Talocci extended across the western hill in the Arci area. An excavation at Cures made it possible to reconstruct a hut dating to the 8th century BC. Alongside the ancient name, this offers a tangible image: a reconstructed hut from a distant past. The Arci area adds a geographical reference to this historical perspective. Identifying Cures with Talocci connects the city to the history of the present-day place; the excavation makes part of the settlement's history tangible through a building.

The Santuario di Santa Maria dell'Arci

The Santuario di Santa Maria dell'Arci offers a different cultural reference point. It is associated with the hamlet of Talocci and the parish of Santi Martiri Sabini. The fifth kilometre of provincial road 41 serves as a landmark; the sanctuary can be reached from there. Unlike Cures, the focus here is not on an ancient settlement and its excavation, but on the connection between the sanctuary, the hamlet and the parish. Anyone interested in local church history can consider this connection alongside the history of Cures.

Stringozzo talocciano and local food culture

Stringozzo talocciano brings food culture into focus. It is made from water, soft wheat flour, extra-virgin olive oil and eggs, and is recognised as a De.Co. product (Denominazione Comunale). The ingredients describe the speciality's composition, while De.Co. recognition provides a further local classification. For travellers who want to include local cuisine in their explorations, Stringozzo is a clearly defined subject. It offers a culinary point of reference alongside the archaeological and religious themes of the place.

Festivals and their different year-specific references

Festivals also provide a setting for local food culture. The Sagra del Raviolo Talocciano celebrates local culinary specialities. The traditional festival was held in 2024 at Parco Fonte Pesole in the hamlet of Talocci, in Fara in Sabina. The 2026 edition of the Sagra degli Stringozzi included live music; the programme may vary at future editions. The years distinguish the two festivals: 2024 for the Raviolo festival, and 2026 for the live music at the Sagra degli Stringozzi. If you would like to include a festival in your travel plans, check the dates for the relevant edition.

Discover Talocci according to your interests

For families, the reconstructed hut and the clearly listed ingredients of Stringozzo can offer two different conversation starters: an image from settlement history and a concrete example of local food culture. This makes it possible to explore historical questions and culinary discoveries side by side, without limiting your stay to a single theme.

When looking for a holiday rental in Talocci, consider which aspect of the place matters most for your trip: the history of Cures, the sanctuary's connection to the parish, or the local cuisine.

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