Jesolo<\/strong>\u2019shistoric centre and town hall are just five kilometres from Jesolo Lido, where all of the tourist facilities by the beach and the sea are found.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As well as a warm welcome from the Agenzia Lampo<\/strong> staff, in Jesolo you\u2019ll be greeted by spellbindingly beautiful natural scenery just a short distance from the wonders of Venice<\/strong>, which is like nowhere else on Earth. Find the ideal solution for your stay on our website <\/a>now, or contact us<\/a> if you have any questions. We\u2019ll be happy to help you choose the perfect place for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n First, though, we\u2019d like to tell you about the history of Jesolo<\/strong>. There\u2019s something unique and mysterious about the legends and popular beliefs<\/strong> intertwined with big historical events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n In ancient times, Jesolo was known as Equilium<\/strong> (\u201cHorse Town\u201d) because the Veneti from the area were renowned horse breeders. Subsequently, Jesolo\u2019s location meant that it played a strategic role in Venetian trade. From 500 to 1930, it was known as Cava Zuccherina<\/strong>. The name came from a canal (or \u201cCava\u201d in Venetian) built by an engineer from Venice called Alvise Zucharin. Over the centuries, a key part in the history of this stretch of land has been played by its physical characteristics. It brings together farmland and inland woods with the Adriatic Sea, lagoons, sandbanks<\/strong>, and a multitude of little islands<\/strong> that have been created over the years by the water flowing in the rivers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The first settlements <\/strong>in these alluvial areas were conquered in around 600 AD by the Lombards<\/strong>, who invaded the zone and also a number of inland towns. Following the barbarian invasions, various groups of people fled from inland towns and cities and sought refuge on the islands by the sea. This breathed new life into Jesolo and boosted its population. It slowly developed into a strategic hub <\/strong>for maritime trade <\/strong>between Italian and Byzantine markets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n A number of Venetian landowners began significant land reclamation schemes<\/strong> in the area. This required the hiring of new workers, who were subsequently employed to farm the reclaimed land. It paved the way to considerable development, a big population increase<\/strong>, the construction of churches and the establishment of a diocese<\/strong>. The Soranzo family from Venice took a number of measures to prevent flood damage over the years. Their efforts brought new people to the area, along with fresh trading opportunities and a boom in livestock breeding, which had always been an important way of making a living there. After the war, in 1930 the town changed its name from Cava Zuccherina to Jesolo.<\/strong> Land reclamation began again on a big scale, with considerable development of areas for agriculture<\/strong>: new wealth was generated by expanses of fields of wheat, maize, sugar beet, fodder crops and vineyards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n On the Jesolo coat of arms<\/strong> is a winged dragon<\/strong> with a horse\u2019s head. It\u2019s thought that the ancient name Equilium is behind the equine feature<\/strong>, while the \u201cdragon\u201d<\/strong> actually has nothing to do with medieval witches or dragons. It probably comes from the old Veneto term \u201ctrar\u201d, which means \u201cto hunt\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Legend has it that one day in the 17th<\/sup> century, a farmer<\/strong> was ploughing a field near Jesolo with oxen when the animals suddenly came to a halt and nothing he could do would get them moving again, so he went to see what the problem was. On the ground in front of the oxen, he found a crucifix<\/strong>. He carefully picked it up and took it to the parish priest, who put it in a cupboard in the vestry. Another fascinating tale concerns the nearby island of Burano<\/strong>. It\u2019s said that mermaids out at sea tried to lure a young fisherman<\/strong>, but he remained faithful to his sweetheart, resisted temptation and returned to the harbour. Another island near Jesolo is Torcello<\/strong>, where there\u2019s a bridge without parapets known as the \u201cDevil\u2019s Bridge\u201d<\/strong>. You never get bored in Jesolo! As well as the sun, sea and sand, there are all sorts of shows, events and celebrations<\/strong> to enjoy. Here\u2019s a selection of them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every Friday morning<\/strong> until 1:00 pm, there\u2019s a weekly market in Jesolo\u2019s historic centre, with stalls selling fruit, vegetables, cheese, deli meats, clothing, household goods, toys, gifts and much more. You can buy some great things there, so don\u2019t miss it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n In May for the last two years, the craziest and most colourful village around has been in Piazza Mazzini and Piazza Aurora, where vintage <\/strong>clothing, accessories, records and other items have been on display. Starting in mid-June, Jesolo\u2019s historic centre hosts two weeks of festivities dedicated to the town\u2019s patron saint, John the Baptist<\/strong>. As well as religious celebrations, there are shows, plays, food and wine stands, kayak trips along the Caigo canal, entertainment for all the family, traditional games, an antiques fair, the Palio delle Contrade (a competition between different districts of the town) and fireworks <\/strong>to bring the curtain down on it all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re a wine lover<\/strong>, Piazza Milano is the place to be in late September because you\u2019ll have the chance to taste a selection of fine wines accompanied by Veneto culinary delights. With a name that means \u201cTowel Party\u201d, for years now this event in late September <\/strong>has officially marked the end of the summer<\/strong>. Everyone is welcome in Piazza Milano, where they\u2019ll find a packed line-up of music and entertainment, as well as food, beverages, fair rides and sweets. A great time is guaranteed for young and old alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Have these stories, legends and traditions from Jesolo left you eager for more? <\/p>\n\n\n\n Legends and traditions<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3169782,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[16],"tags":[32],"class_list":["post-3169787","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-curiosity","tag-jesolo-en"],"yoast_head":"\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.lampo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/jesolo.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhy is it called Jesolo?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Following the destruction caused by the First World War, a revival began in 1930. There were land reclamation <\/strong>schemes and determined efforts to give the local people a more prosperous future. With this in mind, the decision was made to replace the name \u201cCava Zuccherina\u201d, which by that time conjured up images of marshland and malaria. The choice of the name Jesolo<\/strong> met with widespread acclaim among the local people, who were gradually starting to grasp and appreciate the advantages of being by the sea and the health benefits it can bring. The name Jesolo actually comes from Equilium. It underwent various changes over the years and became Equilio, Esolo, Exulo, Iesulo, Giesolo and Jexollo at different times, before taking on its current form.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe history of Jesolo: from its origins to the present day<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Among the most notable features of Lido di Jesolo<\/strong> are its extensive pedestrian zone<\/strong> and its countless wooden groynes<\/strong>. The latter were built in the 1980s to prevent erosion and aid beach nourishment. They\u2019re made out of concrete and have wood on top, where people step when they walk along them.
These wooden walkways have proved to be popular spots for sunbathing while enjoying the sea breeze, but it’s important to note that diving off them is strictly forbidden. This is because currents are constantly moving the sand on the seabed, resulting in dangerous conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.lampo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/foce.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nJesolo\u2019s ancient roots<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Unfortunately, life in this part of the world was made increasingly difficult and precarious by a series of floods<\/strong>, as well as a tsunami in 1110<\/strong>. Eventually, several Venetian nobles <\/strong>who owned various pieces of land settled in the area. They built a church and a new village sprang up around it, providing the inhabitants with a fresh nucleus and enabling them and their families to focus on farming livestock and the land once again.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Middle Ages and Venetian rule over Jesolo<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Nonetheless, the zone was destined to suffer yet more big setbacks. In 1917, the Austro-Hungarian invasion and fierce fighting during the First World War<\/strong> led to huge loss of life and another reversal in Jesolo\u2019s fortunes.<\/p>\n\n\n\nJesolo\u2019s 20th<\/sup> century revival<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
In addition, various trades <\/strong>developed to cater to the needs of the people living in the area. Meanwhile, the locals began to head down to the Lido by cart or bike in order to enjoy the recreational opportunities and health benefits<\/strong> presented by the beach.
As the years went by, the first beach establishments <\/strong>appeared. Slowly but surely, they were followed by more and more hotels, holiday homes and other buildings. They all came together to form the popular, modern resort <\/strong>everyone knows today, where tourists get a warm welcome and can count on exceptional services and facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\nJesolo: fascinating facts and old traditions and legends<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Still today, some older people in Veneto use the expression \u201cvae a trae\u201d, which means \u201cI\u2019m going hunting\u201d. This may have gradually shifted in pronunciation and meaning, leading to the area being known as \u201cValle del Traco\u201d, then \u201cValle del Draco\u201d and finally \u201cValle del Drago<\/strong>\u201d (\u201cDragon Wetlands\u201d). After all, the fog at night in the wetlands where Venetian nobles went hunting and fishing probably gave rise to all sorts of stories about ghosts and mythological creatures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.lampo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/esterni.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe legend of Christ the King<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The following morning, the farmer went back to the field to carry on ploughing, but the oxen stopped in exactly the same place and he simply couldn\u2019t get them moving again. He went to see what was holding things up and he was amazed to find the same effigy of Christ on the ground. He took it back to the priest, who opened the cupboard to put it away and was astonished to find that the crucifix from the previous day was no longer there.
The people of the town immediately started calling it a miracle<\/strong>.The Zen family \u2013 who owned a number of pieces of land in the area \u2013 had a little church built on the exact spot where the crucifix was found.
This original construction was later renovated to give us the church dedicated to Christ the King <\/strong>that can be seen today. It stands outside Cavallino, on private land belonging to the Campagner family. Once a year, on 1 May, mass is held in the chapel. During the proceedings, the priest blesses the village and takes the crucifix to the bank of the Sile river.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe legend of the Embroidery in the Sea<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The queen of the mermaids was so impressed that with a splash of her tail she turned the wake behind the boat into a beautiful wedding veil<\/strong>, which everyone admired when they got married. The women of the island immediately began trying to make similar ones with fine white threads, leading to the development of the traditional Burano lace<\/strong> that\u2019s so famous across the globe.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Devil\u2019s Bridge on Torcello<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s thought that it might have got its moniker from a local family whose surname was \u201cDiavoli\u201d, but there\u2019s also a much more romanticized tale about a Venetian maiden <\/strong>who fell in love with an Austrian officer<\/strong>. It goes without saying that the girl\u2019s family weren\u2019t happy about it and they tried to split them up. News reached the young women that her sweetheart had died. Now that she couldn\u2019t be with him, she decided to take her own life, but then a friend advised her to ask a witch <\/strong>for help.
The witch made a deal with the Devil<\/strong> to bring the man back in exchange for the souls of seven children. The sorceress gave the girl a gold coin and a lit candle to take across the bridge. The Devil then appeared, took the coin and handed over the young Austrian officer. When the candle went out, the young couple saw the road to happiness <\/strong>appear.
It was then up to the witch to pay off the debt by taking the children\u2019s souls across the bridge on 24 December, but she was killed on her way home. On Christmas Eve every year since then, the Devil has appeared on the bridge in the form of a black cat<\/strong> to claim what he\u2019s still owed. Although it\u2019s only a story, it sends shivers down your spine!<\/p>\n\n\n\nFestivals and celebrations in Jesolo<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Weekly market in Jesolo town centre<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Jesolo Vintage Village<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Don\u2019t miss the chance to snap up something original or a rare creation you\u2019ve always wanted!<\/p>\n\n\n\nEquilium in Festa<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Wine Festival<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Savour a refined Valpolicella, polished Custoza, sparkling Prosecco or rich Amarone to the sound of live music <\/strong>every evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFesta del Sugaman<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019d like to visit Jesolo<\/strong> and the natural environment all around it, book a holiday <\/a>now. You can have fun while also unwinding and taking home lots of wonderful memories <\/strong>about incredible experiences<\/strong>. Are you looking for a holiday home or village in Jesolo? Go to lampo.it<\/a> to find the best offers.
Contact us<\/a> if you have any questions and we\u2019ll be happy to help you choose. For more interesting posts like this one, follow our blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.lampo.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/mercato.jpg\")
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