Things to do in Cupello Italy – what to see attractions and activities

The Castle of Monteodorisio was built in the 13th century under the D'Avalos family. The building has a trapezoidal structure with three circular towers made of river pebbles. In the 15th century the Castle was restored to house the Museum for Economics between Antiquity and the Renaissance.

Punta Aderci is a regional nature reserve. The reserve was established in 1998 and has 285 hectares. The intent was to preserve the rocky coast and is today the privileged destination for those who want to watch birds and practice diving.

The Bassano Tower is located in the historic center of the Municipality of Vasto. It was built in 1439 on the orders of the Marquis of Bassano. It was built with the aim of protecting and defending the city from enemy attacks during the Middle Ages. It was connected to the Caldoresco Castle by a city wall that is no longer visible today. To date, the building has a good state of preservation.

It was built on a pre-existing castle in 1439, on the design of the Sienese architect Mariano di Jacopo known as Il Tàccola, according to the new technique of bastion fortifications. Giacomo Caldora, lord of Vasto, ordered its construction making it the keystone of the city's defensive system. Over the centuries it has undergone various transformations and changes.

Built around the middle of 1200 as evidenced by the date shown on the portal bezel. Over the years it was also used as a monastic building and then became a Cathedral named after Saint Joseph in honor of Giuseppe Napoleon Bonaparte. The two-color of the stone inside the Cathedral and its structure with a single nave, as well as the frescoes in Gothic style, were inserted later.

Palazzo D'Avalos conceived by Giacomo Caldora and which, probably, dates back to 1427. The D'Avalos, whose name the palace takes its name, never used the palace as a residence and was set on fire by a Turkish invasion. The building consists of a beautiful garden, recently restored, a courtyard and an extension on two levels. Inside it houses: the archaeological museum, the costume museum and a picture gallery.

The church dates back to 1200 and, according to tradition, was built together with a convent, on the initiative of St. Francis of Assisi dedicating it to the Holy Cross, passing through Vasto on the journey to the sanctuary by St. Michael the Archangel of the Gargano. In 1723 Carlo De Nardis, Prior of the Brotherhood of St. Anthony and a great benefactor of the churches of Vasto, had the church decorated with sculptures and baroque stuccoes, by an unknown Neapolitan artist. The bas-reliefs illustrate biblical episodes, of the life of Our Lady, Saint Joseph and Saint Anthony, or are symbols of some virtues.

Monumental Complex of Santa Lucia that is located in the Vallone L'Angrella. The complex is dedicated to Santa Maria in Valle and the first available sources state that it dates back to 1276. The complex consisted of a church, rooms and a well. It was rebuilt and expanded in 1566 after a fire occurred by the Turkish hand.

This is the second Italian lighthouse in height, after that of Genoa. It is a two-storey building that contains the homes of the respective families of the two guardians, offices and from the first floor the real lighthouse, 70 meters high. The top can be reached by a spiral staircase that has 307 steps.

The Ducal Castle was built in the fourteenth century. The fortress was later restored by Michele Bassi. Limestone and sandstone materials were used for its construction. Inside, there are stucco paintings and decorations.

The Ducal Castle was built in the fourteenth century. The fortress was later restored by Michele Bassi. Limestone and sandstone materials were used for its construction. Inside, there are stucco paintings and decorations.