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Rocca San Giovanni (14Km)Rocca San Giovanni: the village and its wonders

Miglianico (21,2Km)Miglianico Golf Club — the first golf course in Abruzzo

Rocca San Giovanni: the village and its wonders

Rocca San Giovanni beach

Rocca San Giovanni, which has been certified as one of the most beautiful villages in Italy, is a delightful medieval town located in Abruzzo in the province of Chieti; this small town, which extends for about twenty square kilometers, is perched on a & ; #39; height of about one hundred and sixty meters above sea level and is, among other things, a renowned seaside resort. It's easy to fall in love with it at first sight: harvest and characteristic this village is extremely suggestive and picturesque. Sea, hill and historic center are the main ingredients that make Rocca San Giovanni a coveted tourist destination. First let's see how to get there: Driving along the A14 (Adriatic motorway) coming from the North follow the direction & lt; Strong>Ancona and take the Val di Sangro exit; then follow the signs for Fossacesia and finally follow the provincial road 81 to Rocca San Giovanni; if come from the south on the Adriatic, follow the direction of Pescara; for the rest the indications are equivalent. Below we propose a valid itinerary to best visit Rocca San Giovanni. We suggest spending a day visiting the historic center. Surrounded by vineyards, orange groves and olive groves, the town still retains its ancient medieval walls, built in the aftermath of the looting of the Normans. The most important remains of this defensive structure, made with pebbles and stones of the area and almost totally destroyed by the earthquake of 1626, are located at the height of Via Abate Odorisio and culminate with the Filippini tower. A visit to the church of St. Matthew the Apostle is a must, which is located in Piazza degli Eroi: realized in Romanesque style, it consists of three naves divided by pylons that support five arches in double ring. The facade of the church, which dates back to the late twenties of the last century and is made of sandstone blocks, has an arched central portal and is devoid of any ornament . Inside the church you can admire the statue of Our Lady of Graces, a Byzantine canvas of the fourteenth century depicting the Madonna and Child Jesus and the beautiful fresco “The Last Supper” by the Molise painter Amedeo Trivisonno (1904-1995). Saint Matthew the Apostle recalls, even if in a small size, the structure of the abbey of San Giovanni in Venere, located in the nearby Abruzzo municipality of Fossacesia. Also of great interest is the Town Hall, started in the nineteenth century and rebuilt in 1926; it & egrave; characterized by a large porch, formed by arches with a semicircle vault. Passing an internal staircase leads to the famous ceremonies room. The board room is periodically set up for the exhibition of sculptures, paintings and engravings of great artistic interest. Also worth mentioning is the presence in Rocca San Giovanni of a cultural center, located in Via Western near a palace nobleman of the last century that has been re-adapted to host exhibitions, exhibitions and any important cultural event. The structure, dedicated to the Abruzzo artist Arturo Colizzi, was strongly desired by the Administration and the citizens to act as a cultural and social glue, hosting conferences and conferences and returning to Rocca San Giovanni its former splendors. It is also worth visiting the famous Casino Murri, an ancient farmhouse built between the eighteenth and the nineteenth century and that was recently refurbished. Featuring a rectangular plan, the casino also has a private chapel, probably built later than the building of the main structure. A wide two-ramp staircase leads to the first floor. To spend a pleasant evening we recommend tasting the typical products, at the numerous gastronomic places in the village. Do not miss the famous palazzole, baked fish appetizer made with anchovies (or instead of sardines), bread crumb, garlic, parsley and oil; it is advisable to accompany them with a good glass of local wine. After all, the village of Rocca San Giovanni is also known as a city of wine, being there are two famous wineries that produce Montepulciano d'Abruzzo and Trebbiano d'Abruzzo doc. Also important is the production of extra virgin olive oil, which is characterized by its fruity flavor and the characteristic golden green color.

scritto da Kenneth Harrison - ultima modifica il 02/11/2021

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Oasi di Serranella

Sant'Eusanio del Sangro

The Serranella Oases were created in 1981 by an artificial invasion for industrial reasons. Little by little the environment became a very important area. In the oases there is a vegetation of rare plants with about 70 particular species. It is currently a protected area and since 1987 it is part of the Fauna Protection Oases.

Grotta o Fosso delle Farfalle

Rocca San Giovanni (18 Km)

The natural cave called Grotta delle Farfalle is located between San Vito and Rocca San Giovanni. The cave is excavated in the sandstone rock and, according to tradition, it periodically populates itself with butterflies. The surrounding environment is characterized by the presence of poplars and willows, as well as animals such as badger, faine and various types of small rodents. During World War II, the natural caves served as a refuge for many fleeing civilians.

Art and culture

Torrioni dei Filippini

Rocca San Giovanni (14 Km)

The Tower of the Filippini is part, with the Bastion, is part of a defensive structure that dates back to 1061. Norman ruin built with stones and pebbles of the area.

Chiesa di San Matteo Apostolo

Rocca San Giovanni (14 Km)

The church of San Matteo Apostolo, of medieval origin, dates back to the second half of the thirteenth century. It was built by Abbot Odorisio I in the year 1076. The current structure, however, dates back to 1200. The church consists of three naves divided by apparatus pylons supporting five sextiacute arches on each side and ended in semicircular apses, as in San Giovanni in Venus.

Palazzo Comunale

Rocca San Giovanni (14 Km)

The Palazzo Comunale, built in 800, was built above the vestibule of the church of San Matteo Apostolo. Today the headquarters of the town hall The building is square and in the neo-medieval style of Lombard. On the ground floor there is a porch that consists of three round arches. On the first floor, three openings with a round arch enter the balcony with a perforated balustrade.

Casino Murri

Rocca San Giovanni (14 Km)

Attributable to a period from the second half of the eighteenth century to the early nineteenth century, the Murri casino underwent the addition of two levels above that altered its image. The attached chapel is probably an addition a little later than the first installation.

Castello Masciantonio

Casoli (6 Km)

The Castle was built in the 15th century. Used as a defensive bulwark, from 1369 to 1489 it was used as a fief of the Orsini. The castle is renowned for having hosted Gabriele d'Annunzio.

Castello Roccascalegna

Roccascalegna (12 Km)

The construction of the Castle of Roccascalegna dates back to Roman times. During the Middle Ages the building was used as a home center by some noble families. Subsequently, the castle was transformed into a quarry to make stones, thus losing its original style.

Abbazia di San Giovanni in Venere

Fossacesia (17 Km)

The Abbey is located in the municipality of Fossacesia, on a hill overlooking the Adriatic Sea. The monastic complex consists of a basilica and the nearby monastery, both built in the twelfth century in place of the small pre-existing monastery.

Chiesa della Madonna delle Grazie

Altino (7 Km)

The church has traces of the original building from the Middle Ages with frescoes inside it has gable structure and the facade is plastered by White

Porta San Giovanni

Guardiagrele (9 Km)

The Gate of St. John was also known as the Porta della Fiera. The building was built in 1841. It has a simple and regular structure, it is made of stone only the external facade. The date of inauguration of the street is written on the Gate.

Castello Archi Diroccato

Archi (10 Km)

The castle was built before the year 1000, by various nobles, for defensive purposes. The fortress itself was a small fortified village with numerous towers arranged in the various parts of the structure. The wonderful frescoes present represent ladies and knights dating back to medieval times.

Food and wine

Cantina De Luca Srl

Mozzagrogna (11 Km)

Cantina Sociale Sannitica

Canosa Sannita (4904 Km)

Tenuta Ulisse

Crecchio (13 Km)

Cantina Sociale Rinascita Lancianese

Lanciano (9 Km)

Oleificio Maiella Di Carlo Di Prinzio Snc

Guardiagrele (3 Km)

Oleificio Andreassi S.R.L.

Poggiofiorito (9 Km)

Della Fazia Vito

Rocca San Giovanni (15 Km)

Agriturismo Angelucci Azienda Agrituristica di Nicola Angelucci

Lanciano (5 Km)

Enoteca Per Bacco Per Bacco Srl

Lanciano (9 Km)

Sport and fun

Parco Avventura Majella

Guardiagrele (9 Km)

Services and tourist information

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Sant'eusanio Del Sangro

Sant'Eusanio del Sangro

Comune di Orsogna

Orsogna (7 Km)

Comune di Treglio

Treglio (13 Km)

Comunita' Montana della Maielletta

Pennapiedimonte (11 Km)

Comune di Paglieta

Paglieta (14 Km)

Comune di Fossacesia

Fossacesia (15 Km)

Comune di Rapino

Rapino (12 Km)

Comune di Casoli

Casoli (7 Km)

Comune di Castel Frentano

Castel Frentano (4 Km)

Comune di Fara San Martino

Fara San Martino (13 Km)

Comune di Rocca San Giovanni

Rocca San Giovanni (14 Km)

Comune di Lanciano

Lanciano (9 Km)

Comune di Mozzagrogna

Mozzagrogna (11 Km)

Comune di Guardiagrele

Guardiagrele (9 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Altino

Altino (8 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Archi

Archi (10 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Arielli

Arielli (10 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Canosa Sannita

Canosa Sannita (15 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Casacanditella

Casacanditella (14 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Casoli

Casoli (7 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Castel Frentano

Castel Frentano (4 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Civitella Messer Raimondo

Civitella Messer Raimondo (13 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Crecchio

Crecchio (13 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Fara San Martino

Fara San Martino (13 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Filetto

Filetto (9 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Fossacesia

Fossacesia (15 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Frisa

Frisa (11 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Gessopalena

Gessopalena (13 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Guardiagrele

Guardiagrele (9 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Lanciano

Lanciano (7 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Mozzagrogna

Mozzagrogna (11 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Orsogna

Orsogna (7 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Paglieta

Paglieta (14 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Palombaro

Palombaro (9 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Pennapiedimonte

Pennapiedimonte (11 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Perano

Perano (9 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Poggiofiorito

Poggiofiorito (10 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Rapino

Rapino (13 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Rocca San Giovanni

Rocca San Giovanni (14 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Roccascalegna

Roccascalegna (12 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica San Martino Sulla Marrucina

San Martino Sulla Marrucin (11 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Santa Maria Imbaro

Santa Maria Imbaro (11 Km)

Comune di Canosa Sannita

Canosa Sannita (14 Km)

Comune di Crecchio

Crecchio (14 Km)

Comune di Frisa

Frisa (11 Km)

Comune di Filetto

Filetto (9 Km)

Comune di Civitella Messer Raimondo

Civitella Messer Raimondo (13 Km)

Comune di Altino

Altino (8 Km)

Comune di Archi

Archi (10 Km)

Comune di Arielli

Arielli (10 Km)

Comune di Casacanditella

Casacanditella (14 Km)

Comune di Roccascalegna

Roccascalegna (8 Km)

Comune di Santa Maria Imbaro

Santa Maria Imbaro (11 Km)

Comune di Gessopalena

Gessopalena (13 Km)

Comune di Palombaro

Palombaro (10 Km)

Comune di Pennapiedimonte

Pennapiedimonte (11 Km)

Comune di Perano

Perano (9 Km)

Comune di Poggiofiorito

Poggiofiorito (9 Km)

Pro Loco Taddeo Salvini

Orsogna (8 Km)

Darsena porto turistico

Fossacesia (19 Km)

Porto di Vasto Ch

Guardiagrele (12 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Treglio

Treglio (14 Km)

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Visit Sant'Eusanio del Sangro - Tourism and travel tips for your vacation or weekend.

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Rocca San Giovanni (14Km)Rocca San Giovanni: the village and its wonders

Miglianico (21,2Km)Miglianico Golf Club — the first golf course in Abruzzo

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Lanciano

Altino

Casoli

Guardiagrele

Archi

Orsogna

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Filetto

Mozzagrogna

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