Pizzolano
Exploring the village of Pizzolano
Hello friends! Today I will talk to you about Pizzolano, a village in the municipality of Fisciano, province of Salerno. Pizzolano is a historic village, already known since the 1300s and located 250 meters above sea level. Let's discover together its points of interest, its culture, and its society!
Physical geography
Pizzolano is located a few kilometers from Mercato San Severino and Fisciano, on the provincial road to Calvanico. We are just near Vignadonica, another place to visit. Pizzolano is located in a hilly area, 250 meters above sea level and offers a very pleasant panoramic view.
Origins of the name
The toponym Pizzolano could come from Pozzolano, a tuff rock with a high silica content.
Monuments and points of interest
Religious architecture
Church of San Lorenzo Martire
The Church of San Lorenzo Martire is the main monument of Pizzolano and represents the heart of the religious life of the village. It is located in the center of the village and is dedicated to San Lorenzo Martire. The church was built in the 14th century as a votive chapel of the Barbuti convent. In the 15th century, it was rebuilt with the current shape and size. Today the church has a decorative structure with 16th-century frames and pilasters, while in the 17th century, additional ornamental elements were added such as frames, capitals, side altars, and groups of cherubs on the side arches and on the apse wall.
Chapel of the Santissima Annunziata
The chapel of the Santissima Annunziata is located in the historic center of the village and represents another religious place in Pizzolano. If you are looking for moments of peace and reflection, the chapel could be a place for you.
Culture
Education
Schools
The educational system of Pizzolano is well organized and offers a wide range of didactic solutions. In via San Lorenzo, there is the kindergarten and primary school, part of the "Rubino Nicodemi" Comprehensive Institute of Fisciano. If you have children, this school could be an interesting option for them.
Society
Religion
The majority of the population of Pizzolano follows the Christian religion, and in particular, the Catholic rite. In fact, the village belongs to the Archdiocese of Salerno-Campagna-Acerno, and the parish of Saints Andrea and Lorenzo is the only parish present in the territory. The religious celebrations that are held every year are the festival of San Lorenzo, on August 10th.
Typical flavors
Changing the subject, let's talk about the flavors of Pizzolano. Here you can find some typical products that are worth tasting, such as spleen, buffalo mozzarella, hazelnut, annurca apple, olives, and cherries. If you have the opportunity, try them all: it's worth it!
And with this, we conclude our journey to Pizzolano. I hope you enjoyed the visit and that you have discovered some interesting things about the village of Fisciano. See you soon, friends!
