Crispano
Crispano is an Italian municipality located in the province of Naples, in Campania, with a population of approximately 11,482 inhabitants.
Physical Geography
Territory
Crispano is located in the northern area of the capital and is part of the Frattese area of the Campania Plain. The territory of Crispano is used not only for city living but also for agriculture.
Origin of the name
According to a scholar of the 19th century, the name Crispano derives from the gens crispia, but the first official document referring to "Crispanum" dates back to 936 AD.
History
During the Middle Ages, Crispano was one of many centers in the southern region of Italy to be ruled by feudal lords. Over the centuries, the fief of Crispano passed from one noble feudal family to the royal family of Naples until, with the advent of Giuseppe Bonaparte and the abolition of feudal rights in 1806, the municipality of Crispano became a reality.
In the 20th century, the role of the masserie and peasants living in the area decreased and their gradual decline was observed.
Monuments and Places of Interest
The church of San Gregorio Magno is a place of interest for tourists visiting Crispano. The church has late medieval origins and has been modified several times over the centuries. Inside, works of remarkable quality are preserved, including the "Madonna del Rosario" (1672) by Luca Giordano and the "San Gregorio Magno invoking the end of the plague in Rome" (1735) by Paolo De Majo. In addition, Palazzo Capasso is another notable example of the historical architecture of the municipality.
Society
Demographic Evolution
In recent decades, the population of Crispano has remained stable, with a slight increase in the growth rate.
Administration
The municipality of Crispano has seen various administrations come and go, but currently the political situation is quite stable.
Notes
In general, Crispano is a medium-sized municipality that has experienced many changes over the centuries. Despite being less known than other cities in Campania, Crispano has much to offer tourists, especially concerning its history, churches, and architecture.
