Pietracupa
Welcome to Pietracupa: a small town in Molise
Welcome to Pietracupa, an Italian town of around 500 inhabitants located in the province of Campobasso, in the Molise region. The town is known for its large limestone formation, the Morgia, which inspired the name of the town. In this article, we will explore the history, monuments and places of interest, society and sports of Pietracupa.
Origins of the name
The name Pietracupa derives from the word "pietra" and the adjective "cupa," which means "barrel" in Latin. This name refers to the large limestone formation on which the town sits, the Morgia. This limestone formation has a huge cave with visible rock settlements.
History
The municipality of Pietracupa has medieval origins, as evidenced by its Latin name. It was probably a monastic settlement and was then a feudal domain of many families, including the De Molisio, De Regina, Eboli di Castropignano, and Francone. This last family held Pietracupa from 1676 to 1810, when the feudal relationship ended. In 1704, the Francone family obtained the title of Princes of Pietracupa, which passed to their heirs Caracciolo. Subsequently, two abbeys and the church of San Gregorio were built, rebuilt after an earthquake.
Symbols
The coat of arms of Pietracupa consists of a red tower on a rocky mountain of silver, surrounded by three gold comets on a blue background. The banner is a yellow and white cloth. These symbols were granted in 1988.
Monuments and places of interest
The parish church of Sant'Antonio Abate dates back to the 18th century and features an interesting decorated interior. The rock church, commonly called the "crypt," is an ancient church restored to worship in the last century. Inside, there is a sixteenth-century crucifix, a stationary stone cross, and an altar made up of an old millstone.
Society
The population of Pietracupa has always been small and remains so today. According to statistics, the population has remained substantially stable over the years.
Administration
Below is a table related to the administrations that have succeeded in the municipality of Pietracupa.
Sports
Despite its small size, the city of Pietracupa has a futsal team, Pietracupa C5, which currently plays in Serie C2.
Conclusions
We have come to the end of our tour of Pietracupa. This town is a peaceful and serene place where history and nature blend together. We hope that our article has been useful and interesting. If you have the chance, we recommend taking a trip to Pietracupa to discover for yourself the beauty of this unique place!
