Laurino is a town and '' comune'' in the province of Salerno in the Campania region of southwestern Italy.

Geography

Laurino is a typical medieval hill town of the

Cilento Cilento is an Italian geographical region of Campania in the central and southern part of the Province of Salerno and an important Tourism, tourist area of southern Italy. Cilento is known as one of the centers of Mediterranean diet. Geograph ...

, the southernmost part of Campania. It dominates the surrounding landscape, overlooking the Calore Lucano river, which is crossed by two medieval bridges; Laurino was once known as the "pearl of the Calore". The river flows through the Cilento national park from its source up on Mount Cervati; it is known for the wildlife it attracts, such as European otters. The name Laurino probably comes from the "laura" created by the integration of numerous Greek monks of Basil observance, who lived as hermits in the numerous caves in the area. The municipality borders with

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and Valle dell'Angelo. It counts two hamlets ('' frazioni''): Pruno and

Villa Littorio Villa Littorio is an Italian village and hamlet (''frazione'') of the municipality of Laurino in the Province of Salerno, Campania. As of 2009 its population was of 612. History Originally named Fogna (also spelled ''Fonga''), the village counted ...

.The ''frazioni'' of Laurino at the municipal website
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History

The first historical mention of the CASTELLUM DE LAURI dates back to the year 932. In the 12th century the total population exceeded 3,500, spread between the main town and five surrounding villages. However Laurino was destroyed by the troops of Frederick III of Sicily during the War of the Sicilian Vespers (1282-1302). Due to migration in recent decades toward the north in search for employment, the current population is just under 2000.

Main sights

*Ruins of the Ducal Palace *Frescos and wooden carvings of the main church, Santa Maria Maggiore. *Medieval Bridge and natural springs *Zipline 500 meters above gorge The place is known for its natural environment, and initiatives such as the Jazz in Laurino festival in August, which attracts musicians from throughout the country.

References

External links

Laurino.info
Photoblog
Zadalampe.com
Public & private history of Laurino
Jazzinlaurino
An annual jazz festival Cities and towns in Campania Localities of Cilento {{Campania-geo-stub

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