Ancient Avellino: Discovering the "Collina della Terra" and the City's Urban Roots

An immersive educational journey that combines learning with the discovery of the local area.

The beating heart of Avellino’s heritage lies in the *Collina della Terra* (Hill of the Earth), the original settlement core that still overlooks the modern city today. This site serves as the ideal starting point for understanding the provincial capital’s urban and historical evolution, preserving within its narrow streets traces of a millennia-old past and ancient fortifications.

Strolling through this area, one encounters true symbols of Avellino’s identity—such as the majestic Clock Tower, whose Baroque silhouette has marked the rhythm of community life for centuries, and the Cathedral, a guardian of faith and art. Exploring these sites means rediscovering the value of monuments as witnesses to the passage of time, offering students a vital key to understanding the civic and cultural history of the Irpinia region.

Programme

10:00 AM | The tour of Avellino explores the “Collina della Terra” (Hill of the Earth), the city’s historic heart. The visit begins at the Avellino Cathedral, a majestic structure housing significant artworks and offering an atmosphere of deep spirituality. Next, we proceed to the Cathedral Crypt, renowned for its fascinating architecture and ancient remains, before continuing to the Clock Tower—a symbol of Avellino and a historic city landmark.
We will also admire the Bellerophon Fountain, an elegant medieval monument; the Dogana (Customs House), a historic building reflecting the city’s commercial past; and the Lombard Castle. Finally, we will visit the Casino del Principe, a refined palace that embodies the legacy of Avellino’s ancient nobility.

This tour offers a comprehensive and fascinating overview of Avellino’s entire historic area, revealing its cultural and architectural riches. It can be arranged as a half-day or full-day excursion.

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