Pellezzano
Pellezzano: a Municipality in Campania
Hi everyone! Today I will talk about Pellezzano, an Italian municipality in the province of Salerno, located in the Campania region. The town has about 10,853 inhabitants and is divided into several hamlets: Pellezzano (the main one), Coperchia, San Nicola a Cologna, Capriglia, Capezzano, Sordina, Casalbarone, Coraggiano, Ruggiano, La Rocca di Santo Spirito, Casa Sessa e Pastore, Capitinola e Licinella.
Physical Geography
Pellezzano is located in an area with an average seismicity, as classified by the relevant authorities.
History
The original nucleus of Pellezzano developed around the Rocca del Casale, mentioned in some parchments of the 10th century. Initially called Casale Pellezzano, it later became the main center of the town until its suppression. In 1755, Pellezzano separated from the territory of Salerno and became an autonomous municipality, joining several hamlets. The territory of the new municipality excluded other border locations that remained an integral part of the Pellezzano area but continued to belong to Salerno.
Symbols
The coat of arms of Pellezzano represents the five hamlets of the town, famous for wool processing. The stars symbolize these hamlets, while the sheep and the comb represent the wool processing, the main economic activity of the city.
Society
Demographic evolution
The number of inhabitants of Pellezzano is constantly increasing. It is a very lively and populated town, where many young people decide to settle as it offers many job opportunities and useful services for daily life.
Religion
The town is mainly of Catholic Christian religion and is part of the Archdiocese of Salerno-Campagna-Acerno. The patron saint of Pellezzano is Pope Saint Clement I, while the most important festival of the town is that of Santa Anna, which is celebrated on the Sunday following July 26th and is carried in procession through the streets of the town.
Institutions, organizations and associations
Pellezzano hosts the Museum-Hermitage of the Holy Spirit, an ideal destination for those who want to learn more about the history and culture of the town and the surrounding region.
Culture
Media
The terrestrial Radio TV coverage is ensured by repeater bridges located in Pellezzano, Colle Bellara (Salerno), Fisciano and Montevergine (mountain).
Conclusions
I hope that this brief summary has been useful to better know Pellezzano, a Municipality of Campania with ancient and prestigious roots. If you want to discover more about the history and culture of the town, I invite you to visit the Museum-Hermitage of the Holy Spirit. Moreover, if you have the opportunity to participate in the festival of Santa Anna, you will not regret it!
