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Welcome to San Giorgio del Sannio!
Hello everyone and welcome to San Giorgio del Sannio, a municipality in the province of Benevento with almost 10,000 inhabitants. Are you ready to discover everything about our beautiful town? Let's start right away with the physical geography!
Territory and climate
Our municipality extends over an area of about 22.34 km², with a territory that ranges from an altitude of 124 meters near the river Calore up to 508 meters in altitude in Toppa. The main populated center is developed in three neighborhoods: San Giorgio Centro, Sant'Agnese, and Ginestra. Then there are the localities of Piano, San Rocco, and Marzani higher up, while in the countryside there are Cesine, San Giovanni a Morcopio, and Costa d'Arco.
The climate of San Giorgio del Sannio is continental, with hot and dry summers and cold and humid winters. However, there are significant differences on our lands, where summer heat and winter fog are more common in the flat areas near the Calore river. Instead, on the hills, there are colder temperatures, with a significant temperature variation between winter and summer.
Precipitation varies significantly throughout the year: in summer, rainfall is almost absent, while in winter, they are more frequent but less abundant, with an average of a couple of snowfalls per year. However, the town experienced a memorable event with the snowfall of 2012, when it was buried under over half a meter of snow for several days.
History and culture
Origin of the name
Our municipality changed its name from "San Giorgio la Montagna" to "San Giorgio del Sannio" in 1929. The name refers to the patron saint of our town, San Giorgio, and the nearby river Sannio.
Places of interest
In San Giorgio del Sannio, there are many places of interest to visit. The sanctuary of San Giorgio, dating back to the thirteenth century, is the symbol of the community of the town and preserves important works of art and religious artifacts. Other religious monuments are the church of San Rocco and the church of Sant'Agnese.
The historic center is characterized by buildings in the "Neapolitan Baroque" style, with a walk that leads to the ancient town hall and the Civic Tower with its clock.
Tradition and gastronomy
The tradition of San Giorgio del Sannio is reflected in many activities that involve the whole town. In particular, the patron saint festival of San Giorgio, which takes place every year in April, is an unmissable celebration that attracts many visitors from all over the town and surroundings.
The Sangiorgese gastronomy is equally rich and varied. Typical dishes include "pasta and beans," "minestra maritata," and "meat alla pizzaiola." Also, there are traditional sweets like the "zeppole di San Giuseppe," which are a real symbol of the patron saint festival of our town.
Economy and activities
Agriculture and craftsmanship
Agriculture represents one of the most important economic activities of San Giorgio del Sannio, with an olive oil production that has distinguished itself at the regional and national level. In addition, various types of fruit and vegetables are produced.
Local craftsmanship is essential, with a strong focus on wood processing and textile production.
Commerce and tourism
The town has become increasingly attentive to the needs of tourists, both Italian and foreign, in recent years. The city is equipped with many accommodation facilities, including bed and breakfasts, farmhouses, and hotels, capable of offering an unforgettable experience to visitors.
San Giorgio del Sannio is also an excellent starting point for guided tours to nearby places of interest, such as Benevento, the Matese National Park, and many others.
Conclusions
We have come to the end of this short journey to discover San Giorgio del Sannio. I hope you had fun and that you had the opportunity to discover some of the beauties of our municipality. We are waiting for you soon to explore together the numerous hidden wonders of our town!
