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Monteodorisio

province of Chieti, Abruzzo, Italy

arrowInfo:
Altitude: 315 m a.s.l -- Distance from Chieti: 77 km -- Population: ca. 2300 inhabitants -- Zip code: -- Phone Area Code: -- How to reach it: motorway: A14 exit Vasto Sud

arrowThe place
In a strategic position along the valley of the Sinello river, a few miles away from the Adriatic Sea, rises this ancient village, famous nowadays for its Madonna delle Grazie Sanctuary, a favourite destination for pilgrims.

arrowHistory:
The site was inhabited in Roman times, as shown by remains of the early Chrisian era. In the Middle Ages its key strategic position was strengthened by a massive castle which still stands on top of the village. Later on it was under the Caldora and the d'Avalos.

arrowSights & Excursions
  • The XV-century castle
  • The medieval city walls (remains)
  • Suriani Palace, with frescos by artists Biondi and D'Agostino
  • The Madonna delle Grazie Sanctuary
  • arrowEvents & Festivities
  • 6 September: Feast of Madonna delle Grazie, with pilgrims coming in huge numbers
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