05 July, 2021

Cairano, the village where the wind tells the story of Irpinia

In Cairano, the loudest sound is the wind blowing across the cliff. The alleys, the stones, and the views provide everything else. Perched on a mountain with the distinctive whaleback shape, this small village in Alta Irpinia is one of those places...
05 July, 2021

Saint William of Vercelli: Patron Saint of Irpinia

Our journey to discover the places of worship and more of our magnificent Irpinia must begin with a visit to the Patron Saint, Saint William of Vercelli, also known as Saint William of Montevergine. The "Miracle of the Wolf" Just looking at...
05 July, 2021

The rediscovery of peasant civilization in Irpinia

Irpinia has always been identified with its hues and shades of green, its mountain landscapes, and the precious traces of an ancient history, present in every corner of a land nourished by toil and imagination and embodied by rural civilization. The celebration...
05 July, 2021

The Macedonio Castle of Grottolella

Located in the middle valley of the Sabato River, in a panoramic position at the foot of the Partenio massif, the town of Grottolella certainly has very ancient origins, attested by archaeological finds, most likely dating back to the late Roman Imperial...
03 July, 2021

Avellino Rice Pastiera: History and Traditional Recipe

Irpinia is a land rich in culinary traditions. Among these, the rice pastiera is, even today, one of the most deeply rooted in the entire province, and its recipe is passed down from generation to generation, especially during the Easter holidays. The...
02 July, 2021

The story of Giuseppe Moscati: the holy doctor

There are people who sacrifice their entire lives for the good of others. Among them is certainly the man who dedicated his short life to caring for the suffering, treating them free of charge and providing financial assistance: Giuseppe Moscati. A holy...
13 March, 2021

The Mefite Rocca San Felice: The Mystery of the Ansanto Valley

In the evocative Ansanto Valley—the heart of ancient Irpinia—there is a unique natural site where the earth is both mother and stepmother: the Mefite of Rocca San Felice. A fascinating place where, in constant struggle and perpetual cycle, the essences of life...