by Ornella Mastrogiovanni | Jul 23, 2024 | Cilento’s culture
“The children’s voices echoed through the old town, the little ones were the first to go, followed by the older ones who then coordinated the group. We live in a clean country, so much unexpected waste!” The Municipality of Orria Cilento, with the...
by Ornella Mastrogiovanni | Jul 15, 2024 | Cilento’s culture
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
Once upon a time, my water was essential for the inhabitants of Piano Vetrale. It was used to water animals and wash clothes in a stone washhouse, before the advent of modern washing machines and running water in homes.Welcome! I am the Fontana Vecchia, located in the...
by Ornella Mastrogiovanni | Jul 15, 2024 | Cilento’s culture
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
In the past, the water from my wells was very useful not only to my owners, but also to the neighbors who came to fetch water with buckets, since the village did not yet have a water supply system. Welcome to Casa sul Pozzo, a unique dwelling located in Via Napoli, in...
