| Guglionesi | ||
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| State | Italy | |
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| Region | Molise | |
| Territory | Molise coast | |
| Altitude | 369 m a.s.l. | |
| Surface | 100.95 km² | |
| Inhabitants | 5.321 (2015) | |
| Name inhabitants | Guglionesani | |
| Prefix tel | 39 0875 | |
| POSTAL CODE | 86034 | |
| Patron | Saint Adam the Abbot (June 3) | |
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Guglionesi is a city of Molise.
To know
The tourist flow tends to be favored by the proximity to the Adriatic coast and by the historical and monumental heritage.
Geographical notes
A short distance from the sea, Guglionesi boasts a beautiful historic center that develops on a gently sloping hill towards the Biferno that flows alongside. It is 41 km from Vast, 21 from Guardialfiera, 17 from Larino is Campomarino, 15 from Termoli.
Background
It was founded by the Frentani, an Italic people similar to the Samnites, in 435 BC. In the countryside of Guglionesi the city of Usconium which during the pre-Roman era had a lot of importance, preserved even in Roman times. The town in the Middle Ages was a social, economic and artistic point of reference for the territory. For centuries the bishops of Termoli they placed their residences in Guglionesi as the Adriatic city was constantly subjected to Turkish attacks. In fact, the first seminary of the diocese was built in Guglionesi, which survived until the suppression of religious orders implemented with the unification of Italy.
How to orient yourself
Guglionesi: full screen map.The historic area enclosed in the ancient village has a triangular medieval layout, which develops along the three main axes (via Galterio, corso Conte di Torino / via Roma, via Guiscardo) connected by a network of alleys.
The center, which can rightly be considered one of the best preserved in the Molise, is characterized by squares, arcades, portals made using local stone.
How to get
By plane
- Pescara airport (Abruzzo International Airport), Via Tiburtina Km 229.100 (102 km approximately), ☎ 39 085 4324201.
- Naples Capodichino Airport (NAP), Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria, 80144 Naples NA (187 km approximately), ☎ 39 081 7896111.
By car
Exit Termoli on the A14 Adriatic motorway; follow the direction Campobasso/Larino, take the SS 87 (state road Bifernina), continue on the SS 647 in the direction of Campobasso, take the SP 126 in the direction of Guglionesi.- From Termoli take the SP 168, cross San Giacomo degli Schiavoni and continue in the direction of Guglionesi.
- From Campobasso take the State Road 87, continue on the SS 647, turn in the direction of Guglionesi taking the SP 126.
Exit - Port of Termoli, Harbor Master's Office - Via Calata del Porto (About 8.5 km), ☎ 39 0875 706484, fax: 39 0875 707336. Links with Tremiti Islands is Croatia.
- Tourist port of Pescara (About 100 km).
- Port of Naples (About 192 km).
On the train
Railway station in Termoli on the line By bus
The main public transport companies operating in the Molise area are the following:- Autolinee C.L.P. S.p.A., ☎ 39 081 5311707, 39 081 5312424, @[email protected]. Direct connection from Naples to Campomarino and Termoli
- Lariviera bus lines.
- SATI bus lines.
- Molise Trasporti bus lines.
The main public transport companies operating in the Molise area are the following:How to get around
What see
- 1 Distinguished parish collegiate church of Santa Maria Maggiore. The church was founded in the Norman era in Romanesque style, it is said following a vow made by Goffredo d'Altavilla who, after the conquest of Guglionesi, also fortified the city. The body of the patron Saint Adam, who lived between the 10th and 11th centuries, was buried in the building. It is not known where it is currently, since in 1567 it was moved from the crypt and given a location that has remained unknown.
- The building was restored for the first time in 1187; then rebuilt in 1796. It has a Latin cross plan. The main altar houses a sixteenth-century panel of the Assumption. The altar of the patron saint of the city, St. Adam, houses a painting by Bardellino depicting St. Adam in ecstasy: in the background the panorama of Colleniso (ancient name of Guglionesi) with its fortifications is revealed.
- The remaining altars boast statues and paintings of good workmanship and from different eras, as well as a choir and an eighteenth-century hand-carved walnut pulpit.
- In the crypt some frescoes show scenes from the Old Testament.
- 2 Church of Sant'Antonio di Padova. Small church in the historic center, with a portal and rose window from the 15th century.
- Church of San Nicola di Bari. Legend has it that the church was built in one night by devils. In the salient façade it shows a rose window of ashlars; the lunette of the portal has a bas-relief with lion and griffin facing each other, while on the sides blind arches decorate the whole base of the building, continuing on the sides and on the external apses.
- The interior with three naves has pillars with pointed arches. The presbytery is preceded by a spectacular staircase.
- Civic Archaeological Museum.
- Walk of the sources and source of Sant'Adamo.
Events and parties
- Carnival. It is celebrated with a parade of floats and masked groups through the streets of the town.
- Good Friday. It was a very heartfelt party in Guglionesi; Hearths were set up along the path of the procession that started from the Church of San Felice. On Friday morning the auction was held to win the right to carry the Dead Christ and the Addolorata in procession, which are made in excellent workmanship. In part, efforts are being made to recover this tradition.
- Patronal feast of Sant'Adamo.
2 and 3 June. The civil program consists of performances by nationally renowned singers (usually on 1), band matinees (at noon on 2 and 3), evening performances by the band (on 2 and 3 at 9pm) and a huge and particular fireworks display. The highlight of the celebrations is represented by the enthronement of the Saint who is carried from the crypt, his place of stay for the whole year, to the main altar of the church of Santa Maria Maggiore among the thunderous applause of the faithful, the bells that ring at all. spy and the execution of Moses in Egypt by the gang (always one of the most awarded and famous nationally). - Feast of St. Anthony of Padua. 12-13 June.
- Our Lady of Carmel. July 14. Pajolelle (bunches) of wheat are offered with which the hosts will be made
- Feast of St. Nicholas. 8-9 August. takes place with the palio and the procession on the 8th and the procession on the 9th.
- White Night. August 10. It has been organized for some years now with live music, majorettes and other attractions.
2 and 3 June. The civil program consists of performances by nationally renowned singers (usually on 1), band matinees (at noon on 2 and 3), evening performances by the band (on 2 and 3 at 9pm) and a huge and particular fireworks display. The highlight of the celebrations is represented by the enthronement of the Saint who is carried from the crypt, his place of stay for the whole year, to the main altar of the church of Santa Maria Maggiore among the thunderous applause of the faithful, the bells that ring at all. spy and the execution of Moses in Egypt by the gang (always one of the most awarded and famous nationally).What to do
Shopping
In its territory an excellent olive oil is produced; Guglionesi is part of theNational Association City of oil.
How to have fun
Where to eat
Average prices
- 1 Il Pagatore Restaurant, Corso Conte di Torino, 71, ☎ 39 0875 680550.
- 2 Camelot Pizzeria, Via Milano, ☎ 39 0875 630084.
- 3 La Canonica Restaurant, Via Canonico Angelo Maria Rocchia 8, ☎ 39 0875 681089.
- 4 RiBo restaurant, Contrada Malecoste, 7, ☎ 39 0875 680655.
Where stay
Average prices
- 1 Valle di Gioia - Bed & Breakfast, Contrada Valle di Gioia, 8, ☎ 39 0875 680672.
High prices
- 2 [link not working]Grand Hotel Aljope, Via Dante Alighieri, 4, ☎ 39 0875 689500. Hotel 4 Stars
Safety
Pharmacies
- 1 Berchicci, Viale Regina Margherita, 41, ☎ 39 0875 689032.
- 2 Sister, Via Roma, 80, ☎ 39 0875 689075.
How to keep in touch
Post office
- 3 Italian post, Via Iseo, ☎ 39 0875 680077.
Around
- Termoli - It is the main town on the Molise coast and the second largest city in the region by number of inhabitants. Its ancient core, with the cathedral and fortifications, stands on a promontory overlooking the sea.
- Campomarino - The seaside settlements on the coast form a conurbation with Termoli; the ancient center is further away towards the hills. It is one of the four municipalities of Molise whose population descends from the Albanians fleeing the Ottoman dominion and preserves traditions, customs and language of origin, the arbëreshë, that is theMolise Albanian.
- Larino - City with a remarkable past, it boasts a beautiful medieval village; its cathedral is among the best monuments of Molise. After Termoli is the most important center of attraction in the Molise coast.
- Guardialfiera - It rises a short distance from the lake of the same name, born following the creation of a dam which thus produced the body of water, completely in the Molise area, the largest in the region.
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