Futani
Welcome to Futani, the Pearl of Cilento
Hello everyone and welcome to Futani, a small municipality in the province of Salerno, in the beautiful region of Cilento. With its 1085 inhabitants, Futani is a place where peace and tranquility reign supreme.
Discovering the Geography of Futani
Futani is located in the central-southern part of Cilento, at the foot of Mount Gelbison, and is part of the Cilento and Vallo di Diano National Park. The municipality is located 3.5 km from Cuccaro Vetere, 3.4 km from Massicelle and 15 km from Vallo della Lucania. In addition, Futani has two wonderful hamlets: Castinatelli, which is about four kilometers away, and Eremiti, which is six kilometers away from Futani.
Meeting the History of Futani
Futani is a place rich in history and culture. This is evidenced by the Abbey of Santa Cecilia, which dates back to the 12th century. This ancient abbey still preserves suggestive remains of past eras, such as the fresco depicting Saint Michael the Archangel, the bell tower, and the three aisles of the building. In the territory of Futani, there are also numerous natural caves dating back to prehistoric times. They are one of the most fascinating natural attractions of the place, perfect places to explore the beauty of this unspoiled area.
Society and Demographic Evolution of Futani
Futani is a municipality with reduced numbers but of great beauty. The demographic evolution of the municipality in recent years has been stable. The community of the town is very committed to local traditions, culture, history, and community life in every aspect. The economic activities that take place here are also compatible with the well-being of the territory. At the same time, Futani is equipped with modern infrastructure and efficient services.
Discovering the Infrastructures and Transportation of Futani
Futani is well connected to the rest of the province thanks to the presence of numerous road and public transport networks. The Salerno-Reggio Calabria railway is near Futani, and the Vallo della Lucania-Castelnuovo station is a short walk from the municipality. In addition, there are several roads linking Futani to other urban centers in the region, such as the State Road 18 Tirrena Inferiore, Provincial Road 84, and Provincial Road 430. All these roads are well-maintained and easily passable, which makes travel in this area much easier.
Administration and Management of the Territory in Futani
Futani is part of the Bussento-Lambro and Mingardo Mountain Community, an organization whose goal is to promote and manage the territory, improving the quality of life of the inhabitants of rural areas and collaborating in the protection and enhancement of the natural environment. In addition, competencies in territorial defense matters are delegated by the Regional Basin Authority Sinistra Sele.
Conclusions
Futani is a small pearl of Cilento, characterized by a strong attention to local traditions and history. The beauty of the territory, the quality of services and infrastructure, and the cordiality and hospitality of the inhabitants make Futani an enchanting place to live or spend your holidays. Come to visit us, you will be welcome!
