Piazza XIX Marzo and Palazzo Caetani

The weather has been absolutely perfect we explored the main square of Cisterna di Latina. Lots of trees in bloom and citrus fruits everywhere.

"Piazza XIX Marzo in Cisterna di Latina is named to commemorate March 19, 1944, a pivotal and tragic day in local history. On this date, during World War II, Nazi troops ordered the civilian population to evacuate (or "disperse") the city, causing a forced exodus, with many inhabitants fleeing the destruction. "

There are extensive caves under the Palazzo, and when the Nazis occupied the town over 4000 locals hid in the them for nearly two months. They used to let people tour the caves, but they have been closed for quite some time (never trust Italian websites, haha).Read more