San Marco dei Cavoti
Welcome to San Marco dei Cavoti, the land of nougat!
San Marco dei Cavoti is a welcoming town located in the Benevento province, Campania region. With its 2,989 inhabitants, it's an ideal place to spend some time surrounded by nature and culture. It's famous for its production of nougat, a delicious and exquisite sweet that will make your stay even sweeter and more enjoyable.
Discover the territory of San Marco dei Cavoti
The historic center and panoramic view
The town's historic center is located on a hill between 690 and 710 meters above sea level. From here, you can admire a spectacular panoramic view that extends to the Partenio mountains in the south, Taburno in the west, and the Matese massif in the northwest. The municipal territory extends about 12 km north-south, up to Mount San Marco, one of the highest mountain ranges in the Benevento province.
The Tammarecchia stream and Ripa waterfall
The urban center is surrounded by the Tammarecchia stream, which creates a suggestive waterfall called Cascata Ripa. You can admire the rocks of the watercourse and dive into its cool waters. The Tammarecchia flows north-south and finally merges into the Tammaro in Calisi, on the border with the municipality of Pago Veiano.
The harsh winter climate and mild summer climate
The climate of San Marco dei Cavoti is harsh in winter and quite mild in summer. The area is classified climatically as zone E, with 2335 degree days.
The history of San Marco dei Cavoti
Disappeared settlements
The surrounding areas of the current urban center of San Marco were already inhabited in the pre-Roman era, with the city of "Cenna" as the fulcrum. After the destruction of this city, the inhabitants moved downstream and built a new village called "San Severo," located on a hill about 4 km from the current settlement. This village was part of the Ariano grancontea during the Norman conquest of southern Italy. Today, it's visible near the Santa Barbara church.
Archaeological findings in Calisi
In the 1980s, archaeological findings were made on the Jelardi family's property in Calisi. A cemetery with important remains was discovered, including large terracotta tombstones, cataloged and transferred to museum sites and depots in Benevento.
Conclusion
San Marco dei Cavoti is a small jewel of Campania, where nature and history blend perfectly. The panoramic view from the historic center will leave you breathless, while you can refresh yourself in the waters of the Ripa waterfall in the summer. You can't miss the local production of nougat, a sweet and irresistible delicacy. Come visit us in San Marco dei Cavoti, we'll be happy to welcome you!
