Sant'Angelo Le Fratte
Sant'Angelo Le Fratte: a gem in Basilicata
Sant'Angelo Le Fratte is a small Italian municipality located in the province of Potenza, in Basilicata. With a population of only 1316 inhabitants, it is a hidden gem among the hills and mountains of the region.
Physical geography
The territory of Sant'Angelo Le Fratte borders the municipalities of Brienza, Caggiano, Polla, Satriano di Lucania, Savoia di Lucania, and Tito. It is classified as a high seismic zone and has a Mediterranean climate with hot and dry summers and cool and humid winters.
History
From 1430 to 1818, Sant'Angelo Le Fratte was a temporary seat of the Diocese of Satriano. In 1980, the municipality was severely damaged by the earthquake of Irpinia, but today it has been restored to its former splendor.
Monuments and places of interest
The municipality is rich in monuments and places of interest, including the Palazzo Galasso, the Villa Giacchetti of the XVIII century, the Mother Church of the Sacred Heart and Saint Michael the Archangel of the XVII century, the Chapel of Carmine of 1858, the Chapel of S.Maria, the Chapel of the Madonna of Viggiano, the Franciscan Hermitage, the Murals, and the Wineries.
Society
The population of Sant'Angelo Le Fratte is mainly of Catholic Christian religion, and the municipality belongs to the Archdiocese of Potenza-Muro Lucano-Marsico Nuovo.
Culture
The municipality organizes numerous events throughout the year to celebrate local traditions and festivals, such as the feast in honor of S.Giuseppe Lavoratore on May 1st, the celebrations in honor of S.Michele Arcangelo on May 8th and September 29th, and the feast in honor of Madonna delle Grazie on July 2nd. Also, the wineries of the municipality are open to the public on August 12-13-14-15.
Conclusions
Sant'Angelo Le Fratte is a municipality worth visiting to discover its rich history and hidden treasures. With its enchanting location among the mountains of Basilicata and its welcoming population, it is the ideal place for a getaway from the chaos of the city and to enjoy the beauty of rural life.
