Vallo della Lucania
Welcome to Vallo della Lucania!
We introduce you to Vallo della Lucania, a beautiful town located in the Campania region, in the province of Salerno. With its 7975 inhabitants, Vallo is a perfect tourist destination for those seeking peace, nature, and culture.
Let's discover the physical geography of Vallo della Lucania
Vallo della Lucania is located in the center of the Cilento territory, in a splendid valley surrounded by hills that overlook the Tyrrhenian Sea. To the east, the town is protected by Mount Gelbison, while to the west by Mount Stella. And that's not all: the municipality is only 13 km away from the sea of Ascea and Casal Velino. Vallo della Lucania is classified as zone 2 (medium seismicity) according to Ordinance PCM 3274 of 20/03/2003. As for the climate, the average temperature of the coldest month, January, is +8.7 °C, while that of the hottest month, August, is +25.7 °C.
The history of Vallo della Lucania
The municipality was originally known as "Castrum Cornutum," according to the historian Giuseppe Maiese. Its founders came from the city of Cornutum, in Dalmatia, and arrived in Vallo around the 9th century. In 1052, a document refers to a "loco cornito," which seems to have been a thriving economic center and a residence of a Lombard official delegated by the central government for the political-judicial-military administration of the area. In Vallo, there were two farms: Spio and Cornuti (or Vallo), divided by a river crossed by two bridges. During the seventeenth century, despite the continued famines and the plague that had decimated the population, Spio and Cornuti played a significant role in the State of Novi. In the eighteenth century, the town changed its original name to "Vallo di Novi" and later to "Vallo." This period was characterized by the prosperity of silk and leather processing, which made Vallo a leading economic center.
Vallo della Lucania today
Today, Vallo della Lucania is also known as the headquarters of the Cilento, Vallo di Diano, and Alburni National Park. Thanks to the theology, philosophy, and grammar schools founded by the clergy at the end of the eighteenth century, Vallo has evolved into a remarkable cultural center. In addition, the city is the Diocese of Vallo della Lucania. The nature surrounding the municipality is another strong point. From the beautiful hills to the views of the Tyrrhenian Sea, every corner exudes peace and tranquility. Its proximity to the sea makes it ideal for those who want to spend a day at the beach.
Conclusion
Vallo della Lucania is an ideal tourist destination for those seeking the peace of nature, culture, and the tranquility of the sea. Its strategic location makes it easily accessible, and the friendliness of its inhabitants will make you feel at home. Come and visit this real treasure of Campania.
