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.
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, there was a cemetery around the church and under its foundations, and it has been renovated several times over the centuries.
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.
Passing through the archway, you enter my courtyard, once filled with the laughter of children while mothers, grandmothers, and young people from the village chatted among themselves.
My story is that of Paolo De Matteis, intertwined in a journey through time, art, and culture. I invite everyone to discover the charm of Piano Vetrale and immerse themselves in its traditions and artistic beauty.