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Those who arrive in Cilento will never forget it, here are their stories.
The House of Paolo De Matteis: A Historical and Cultural Treasure in Piano Vetrale
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.
The House on Marchesano Street: A Journey through Time
My story is a journey through time, a tale of change and continuity. I invite everyone to discover my story and immerse themselves in the traditions of Orria, a town that has managed to preserve its community spirit through the generations.
The Chapel on the Hill: Discover the History of Santa Domenica
Welcome to the page dedicated to the Chapel of Santa Domenica, a historical jewel located on a charming hill immersed in the typical vegetation of Cilento. Surrounded by majestic chestnut and pine trees that provide pleasant shade during hot summer days, the chapel...
The Bell Tower of the Church of St Sophia
Welcome! I am the Bell Tower of the Church of Santa Sofia, founded in 1453 by Dioniso Mazza, known as 'the Greek', a refugee from Constantinople. I stand majestically beside the Church of Santa Sofia, considered one of the tallest bell towers in the Cilento region....
The famous Kursaal Cinema in Orria: A Journey through Time
Welcome to the Kursaal Cinema, located in Via Vittorio Emanuele in Orria. It is one of the oldest cinemas in Cilento, founded by Erminio Passaro in the 1950s. Erminio began showing shows outdoors during the summer and in occasional venues during the winter, covering...
The Chapel of Santa Maria delle Grazie: A Jewel of History and Faith in the Heart of Orria
In the past, I was a pilgrimage destination for the faithful from neighboring countries, who came in large numbers to venerate the miraculous image of the Madonna. I remember how each of them walked around me twelve times, praying and singing, waiting patiently in line to enter.
Orria. When you close a door sometimes a gateway of emotions opens
We tell our story in silence. Behind closed doors lies nostalgia for times gone by, but behind every door there is often a world of emotions, a reminder of the warmth of memories that stand the test of time.
From Cilento to Naples, Paolo De Matteis, a significant exponent of southern Baroque painting
Already at the time of the ancient Greeks was used the traditional fishing technique which is still used today to fish and transform the anchovies of Menaica. An ancient legacy that reminds us who we are and where we come from. Menaica anchovies are caught between...
CERAMICS COURSE FOR ADULTS by Cilentolab
This workshop is a week-end experience that allows you to enter the world of ceramics and get to know its fundamentals. CilentoLab is located in Orria in the heart of the Cilento, Vallo di Diano, and Alburni National Park. This is why, besides the artistic/craft experience, it is possible to come into contact with the local communities and savor their rhythm of life.