by Ornella Mastrogiovanni | Jul 15, 2024 | Cilento’s culture, What to do in Cilento
Welcome! I am the Monks’ Fountain, a historical spring located on the property of the monks of Saint Augustine, whose monastery stood on the hill of Santa Domenica. To visit me, you can find me in Via Garibaldi, near the road to Perito. My Historical Importance...
by Ornella Mastrogiovanni | Jul 15, 2024 | Cilento’s culture, What to do in Cilento
Welcome! I am the Fontana Vecchia, located in the heart of Vetrale’s historic centre. They are an iconic symbol of this village, steeped in history and legend. The Legend of the Old Fountain According to an ancient legend, I quenched the thirst of a group of...
by Ornella Mastrogiovanni | Jul 15, 2024 | Cilento’s culture, What to do in Cilento
The Church of San Felice Martire is located in the heart of Orria and is dedicated to San Felice da Nola, the patron saint and protector of the community. Built by the monks of the Convent of St Augustine between 1505 and 1562, it stands in the Torre area. Originally,...
by Ornella Mastrogiovanni | Jul 15, 2024 | Cilento’s culture, What to do in Cilento
Welcome to Casa sul Pozzo, a unique dwelling located in Via Napoli, in the characteristic village of Piano Vetrale, known for its fascinating murals painted on the walls. Ancient Origins and Vital Functions My name comes from an ancient cistern, 8 metres deep, on...
by Ornella Mastrogiovanni | Jul 15, 2024 | Cilento’s culture, What to do in Cilento
Welcome to the Casa Lungo il Corso, located on Corso Umberto I. My history is very old, with a construction dating back more than 400 years. What I am particularly proud of is my entrance, characterised by a magnificent ancient arch. A Time of Play and Community...
by Ornella Mastrogiovanni | Jul 15, 2024 | Cilento’s culture, What to do in Cilento
Welcome to the Casa di Paolo De Matteis, located in the heart of the historical centre of the Orria hamlet, Piano del Cilento, today known as Piano Vetrale, in Via Paoluccio della Madonnina. This historic house is the birthplace of one of the greatest artists of the...
