Alfedena
Welcome to Civitella Alfedena
Hello everyone! Today I will talk to you about a charming place located in Abruzzo, precisely in the municipality of Civitella Alfedena!
Physical geography
Civitella Alfedena is located in the heart of the Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park, at the foot of Monte Sterpi d'Alto and overlooking Lake Barrea. The surrounding territory is characterized by the presence of the Monti Marsicani and the Sangro river, which receives one of its tributaries, the Scerto, in the municipal area.
History
The territory of Alto Sangro dates back to the Upper Paleolithic and was inhabited by groups of hunters coming from lower altitudes. Over the centuries, Civitella Alfedena has experienced various historical events, such as transhumance pastoralism towards today's northern Puglia and the establishment of the Royal Customs of the Puglia sheep drive.
Monuments and places of interest
One of the main attractions of Civitella Alfedena is the Church of San Nicola di Bari, which constitutes the enlargement of a pre-existing noble chapel. In addition, the Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park offers numerous nature trails for hiking and the opportunity to spot rare animal species.
Contemporary age
Today, the main resource of Civitella Alfedena is tourism, thanks to the presence of the Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park, established since 1921. Despite the years of difficulties, the community of Civitella Alfedena has been able to find new sources of livelihood and continues to welcome tourists from all over the world.
In conclusion, if you want to immerse yourself in nature and discover the history of an ancient and wonderful place, do not hesitate to visit Civitella Alfedena!
