Pomigliano d'Arco
Welcome to Pomigliano d'Arco: a city rich in history and industrial development
Pomigliano d'Arco is an Italian municipality located in the metropolitan city of Naples, in the Campania region, with a population of approximately 39,705 inhabitants. This city is known for being one of the largest and most developed industrial hubs in southern Italy. In fact, there are several facilities of major brands, such as Alfa Romeo Pomigliano d'Arco by Stellantis, the Elasis center, the Leonardo plant (formerly Alenia Aermacchi), and that of Avio (General Electric). Furthermore, in the past, this city hosted the first airport in Campania.
Physical geography
Territory
Pomigliano d'Arco is situated on a flat and fertile territory and is located about 12 kilometers east of Naples. The city is divided into a historical zone and a newer zone, developed in the '60s and '70s due to the high attraction of the industrial hub that was being built.
Climate
The climate of Pomigliano d'Arco is very humid due to the terrain on which the city stands, which was once covered in swamps and marshes. Additionally, the area is very windy due to winds coming from the Campanian Apennines. The nearest meteorological station to the city is at Napoli Capodichino.
History
According to Cantone, a historian of Pomigliano d'Arco, the city has Roman origins when a senator was sent to solve a boundary dispute between the history of Naples and the city of Hyria. The senator decided to donate the contested territory to the Roman Republic, which became "Campo Romano." Rome disposed of colonizers, including the "Pomilii," from which the city's name probably comes. "D'Arco," on the other hand, refers to the city's position in relation to the arches of the Roman Aqueduct of Serino.
With the spread of Christianity, a church was built around Felice di Nola, surrounded by walls and ramparts, still visible at the end of the eighteenth century. Outside the walls, another church was built, that of the True Cross, entrusted to the Greek fathers of San Basilio. Around it, the Santa Croce village rose.
Conclusions
Pomigliano d'Arco is a city with a great history dating back to Roman times. Today it is known mainly for its industrial hub, which has made this city one of the most important in southern Italy. Additionally, the humid climate and proximity to the Campanian Apennines make this city a perfect place to enjoy nature. If you visit Naples, don't miss out on a visit to Pomigliano d'Arco, a city that has so much to offer its visitors.
