Teglio Veneto gets its name from the Italian word for “Lime Tree” (“Tiglio”), many of which once grew in the surrounding area. As well as being the smallest municipality in the Portogruaro area – with a population of just 2,285 – it is also one of the most enchanting. It is a sort of buffer zone between Veneto and Friuli. The locals are fairly evenly divided between supporters of remaining in the former region and advocates of joining the latter. Cycling enthusiasts can reach Teglio Veneto by continuing along the cycle path that goes from the Boldara watermill past the early 20th century Gemmati bicycle factory. The original architectural core of the old village has been carefully preserved and renovated. Some historical wings of buildings have been transformed into modern loft apartments, large halls and huge internal courtyards. A prominent part in the architectural heritage is also played by four historical villas that Venetian families had built for productive purposes and that were used either for entertaining or as holiday homes: Villa Rais (18th century), Villa Dell’Anna (17th century), Villa Cecchinato and Villa Borghesaleo, in the heart of the old village. Another interesting building is the Church of San Giorgio. Its wooden altar features a depiction of Our Lady of the Rosary by Osvaldo Gortanutti (who died in 1695) and a 17th century carved wooden portrayal of the Virgin Mary and John the Baptist at the foot of the cross and the nearby oratory. One of the most outstanding environmental sites is the striking Prati delle Pars area near the centre of the village. These meadows were owned by the local council, which granted people from the surrounding villages the right to use them.