Santa Rania
The fraction of Santa Ranìa
Hello friends! Today I want to talk to you about a small but fascinating fraction of the municipality of Caccuri, Santa Ranìa. This locality is only 6.7 km from the capital and has about 300 inhabitants. The name derives from Sant'Anania, but with the influence of the local dialect it became Santa Rania. Here, the presence of the Basilian monks deeply marked the history of this Calabrian area.
The history of the fraction
As I was saying, the name of the fraction derives from Sant'Anania, at the time of the arrival of the Basilian ascetics. These monks were decisive for the evangelization of these lands and the spread of Christianity. Their presence was also important for the development of local culture and traditions.
Near the village is the "Timpa dei Santi", a famous settlement of the Basilian monks. This place was an important center of aggregation for the community, but also for pilgrims who came from far away to pray. Today, the "Timpa dei Santi" is still visitable and represents an interesting testimony of the past.
Notes on the area
The fraction of Santa Ranìa is located in a hilly area, between Mount Tondo and Mount Cilento. The landscape is characterized by lush and uncontaminated nature that offers a breathtaking panoramic view. In addition, the area is rich in olive groves, vineyards and citrus groves that produce high-quality organic products.
For lovers of religious tourism, the area offers a series of naturalistic routes, but also of cultural itineraries to discover the traditions, history and art of Calabria. In fact, the territory preserves many churches, hermitages and abbeys where you can admire frescoes and sculptures of historical and artistic value.
External links
If you want to know more about the fraction of Santa Ranìa and the beauties of Calabria, I recommend visiting the official website of the municipality of Caccuri. Here you will find all the necessary information to better organize your trip.
Category: Fractions of Caccuri
Finally, I remind you that Santa Ranìa is part of the category "Fractions of Caccuri", a municipality that deserves to be visited for its natural beauty, its millenary history, its culture and its traditions. Thank you for joining me on this short journey to the most authentic Calabria. See you soon, friends!
