San Cipriano d'Aversa
San Cipriano d'Aversa: an ancient and noble history
San Cipriano d'Aversa, affectionately called "Sanciuprièn" in Campanian dialect, is an Italian municipality located in Caserta, Campania. With a population of about 13,018 inhabitants, San Cipriano d'Aversa is known for its rich history and culture. Mentioned for the first time in the 12th century, it was a hamlet of Aversa and later became a fief of the Di Capua, a noble Neapolitan family. The Di Capua princes ruled over the Principality of Capua, which included an area north of Naples, passing through the Agro aversano down to lower Lazio and the Agro Pontino, including Capua, Cassino, and Gaeta. San Cipriano d'Aversa was one of the favorite places of the Di Capua, and thanks to them, the municipality acquired a position of great importance. After the unification of Italy, San Cipriano d'Aversa took on its current name.
The San Cipriano d'Aversa district
San Cipriano d'Aversa is a unique place in Campania, characterized by the beauty of its places and tourist attractions. The specific "d’Aversa" distinguishes it from its homonyms, and the city offers numerous attractions for those who want to immerse themselves in the history and culture of southern Italy. The churches and monuments testify to the great religious devotion of its inhabitants.
Church of the Santissima Annunziata
The Church of the Santissima Annunziata is one of the main places of worship and dates back to the 17th century. The structure has an underground crypt, probably dating back to the 1600s, and is in a vaguely Baroque style. The facade, simple and linear, is flanked by the bell tower. Over the centuries, the church has undergone significant restorations, and in 1877, the wooden statue depicting the mystery of the Annunciation was introduced.
Church of Santa Croce
The mother church of San Cipriano d'Aversa, the Church of Santa Croce, dates back to the 16th century and has three naves, with the main altar dedicated to the Holy Cross. In the right nave, there is an altar dedicated to San Cipriano, while other chapels are dedicated to the Madonna, the Sacred Heart of Jesus, and St. Anthony. The church houses a 16th-century fresco depicting the Madonna del Carmine and a delicate silver ciborium. The bell tower was erected later and, with the clock, also functions as a civic tower. In the lower order of the facade, there are two Renaissance portals, while in the upper one, they place the statues of St. Peter and St. Paul.
Parish of San Giuseppe
The Parish of San Giuseppe was built-in 1983 and is in a modern and linear style. Despite being very different from the other churches, it is a well-known and respected place of worship among the faithful of San Cipriano d'Aversa.
Conclusions
San Cipriano d'Aversa is one of the most interesting municipalities in Caserta, thanks to its history and tourist attractions. The churches are certainly one of the most representative places of the city and testify to the great religious devotion of the local population. However, in addition to the churches, there are also many other places of artistic and cultural interest to explore. The beauty of San Cipriano d'Aversa is something that deserves to be experienced firsthand.
