Monteforte Cilento
Welcome to Monteforte Cilento!
If you're looking for a peaceful place to regenerate and enjoy the beauty of nature, Monteforte Cilento is the place for you. This small Italian municipality in the province of Salerno, located on a dominant position on the Alento valley, will surprise you with its lush nature and its historical-cultural heritage.
Physical geography
The Monteforte Cilento territory is characterized by wide differences in altitude ranging from 150m above sea level to 1319m above sea level. Here you will mostly find pastures, chestnut and oak woods, and rugged rocks. The area is classified as medium seismicity, but don't worry, our ancient villages have been built to resist earthquakes.
History
Monteforte Cilento was born as a small castrum in Roman times and developed thanks to the migratory contributions of neighboring destroyed locations. However, during the Middle Ages, the village began to depopulate due to the decrease in military and civil importance of inland areas, which gradually lost population in favor of coastal locations.
Over the centuries, the residual materials of fortified Monteforte have been used for the construction of churches and religious buildings, which testify to the presence of a strong and vital community. Today, Monteforte Cilento is renowned for its art and culture treasures.
Monuments and places of interest
Monteforte Cilento's historical and cultural heritage is extremely varied. Here you can admire a series of noble palaces, such as the Gorga Palace, the Fonte Palace, the Baronial Palace, and the Cerulli Palace. Furthermore, the churches of San Nicola, San Giovanni Battista, and Santa Maria delle Grazie will amaze you with their beauty and the mystical atmosphere you can breathe.
Society
The municipality of Monteforte Cilento currently has 529 inhabitants, who make up a warm and welcoming community. The population is predominantly composed of the elderly and families, but there are increasingly more young couples who decide to move here to enjoy the peace and tranquility of this magical place.
Culture
Monteforte Cilento is a particularly active municipality on the cultural front. Throughout the year, numerous events are held here, such as exhibitions, concerts, shows, and village festivals. On every occasion, the local community gathers to celebrate its traditions and to spend time together.
Economy
The economy of Monteforte Cilento is mainly based on agriculture and livestock farming. Here, the best products of the region are grown, such as the famous Cilento figs and fine local cheeses. In addition, the local craftsmanship is very developed and produces valuable objects.
Infrastructure and transport
Monteforte Cilento is connected to the rest of the region through a series of provincial roads. The 13/b Trentinara-Monteforte Cilento provincial road, the 13/c Monteforte Cilento-bivio Magliano-Stio provincial road, the 159/a Stio-Gorga-Cicerale provincial road, and the 414 Monteforte Cilento-Roccadaspide provincial road allow easy access to the town by car or motorcycle.
Administration
The mayor of Monteforte Cilento leads an active and participatory community that daily strives for the common good. The responsibilities regarding the defense of the territory are delegated by Campania to the Regional Basin Authority, Sinistra Sele.
Conclusion
Monteforte Cilento is a municipality full of surprises that will give you moments of real magic. Here you can rediscover the beauty of nature and Italian culture, experience the pleasure of slow time and family life. Come and visit us and let yourself be conquered by the beauty of this enchanted place!
