Laurito

A friendly tour of Laurito, an Italian commune with a millennia-old history

Hello everyone! Today I'll take you to discover Laurito, a charming commune in the province of Salerno in Campania. With its 709 inhabitants, Laurito is the perfect place for those seeking an authentic and peaceful experience in the region.

Physical geography

Located in a medium seismic zone, Laurito offers unique and wild nature, with breathtaking views. The commune is crossed by both the Strada statale 18 Tirrena Inferiore and the Strada provinciale 18/a Innesto SS 18-Laurito-Rofrano, which make it easily accessible.

Laurito: a Campanian municipality with a millennial history.

History

Laurito has a millennia-old history that can be seen through its architectural testimonies. In the Middle Ages, the commune experienced a period of economic development and traces of it remain, such as the frescoes of the Chapel of San Filippo, recently restored. Laurito's history is also linked to the Norman conquest, when a knight of Robert Guiscard received the fiefdom to control the territory.

Symbols

The coat of arms and the gonfalon of the commune of Laurito date back to 1991. The gonfalon is white, elegant and friendly.

Society

With a growing demographic evolution, Laurito is a community that welcomes its inhabitants and visitors with warmth and care.

Infrastructure and transport

The main road arteries cross the commune, making it easily accessible.

Administration

The management of the commune of Laurito is entrusted to mayors who represent the city and lead its growth. The commune is part of the Bussento - Lambro and Mingardo Mountain Community, an alliance that promotes the beauty of the territory.

Related voices

The commune of Laurito is located in the wonderful area of Cilento, which has inspired a series of cultural and linguistic beauties, such as the southern Cilento dialect and the Gelbison mountain range.

Thank you for joining us on this small tour of Laurito! We hope to see you soon among its streets and shops, to discover all the wonders of this city.

Camilla Ricci
Wrote by Camilla Ricci
Updated Friday, Aug 12, 2022