| Pietracatella | ||
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| State | Italy | |
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| Region | Molise | |
| Territory | Molise Apennines | |
| Altitude | 666 m a.s.l. | |
| Surface | 50.28 km² | |
| Inhabitants | 1.375 (2015) | |
| Name inhabitants | Pietracatellesi | |
| Prefix tel | 39 0874 | |
| POSTAL CODE | 86040 | |
| Time zone | UTC 1 | |
| Patron | San Donato (August 7) | |
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Pietracatella is a center of the Molise.
To know
Geographical notes
Located on the border with the Puglia and the territory of Foggia, the town is perched on a rocky spur of tufaceous nature that the locals call "Morgia". From here it is possible to admire a vast panorama: the town dominates the Tappino valley. Looking east you can see the Occhito lake and the first centers of Puglia, while to the west it is possible to see Campobasso.
Background
According to the most common tradition, the town arose in the 15th century from the union of two hamlets, that of “Petra”, corresponding to the current site, and that of “Catella”, a few kilometers away from the first. The inhabitants of "Catella" emigrated, perhaps following the earthquake of 1456, to "Pietra", giving rise to the enlarged university of "Predicatiello" (from "Petra" and "Catella").
Once the town was dominated by an imposing castle, of which now only a few traces remain, while the most important architectural complex next to it is the Church of San Giacomo Apostolo the Major, with an adjoining crypt dedicated to Santa Margherita dating back to '11th century.
How to orient yourself
Pietracatella: full screen map.How to get
By plane
- Pescara airport (Abruzzo International Airport), Via Tiburtina Km 229.100, ☎ 39 085 4324201.
- Naples Capodichino Airport (NAP), Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria, 80144 Naples NA, ☎ 39 081 7896111.
- Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), Via dell 'Fiumicino Airport, 320, ☎ 39 06 65951.
By car
A14 Adriatica motorway, exit at Montenero di Bisaccia/Vast South/San Salvo, take the SS 650 in the direction of Isernia/Montenero di Bisaccia, exit in the direction Trivento/ Castelguidone, cross Trivento and continue towards Pietracupa (SP 142).
A1 Autostrada del Sole:
A14 Adriatica motorway, exit at 
A1 Autostrada del Sole:- from the north exit at San Vittore, follow direction Campobasso, reach the SS 17, continue for the SS 650 in the direction of San Salvo, continue in the direction of Salcito / Pietracupa.
- from the south exit at Caianello, turn in the direction of Benevento, continue for Campobasso, SS 17, take the SS 650 in the direction of San Salvo, continue in the direction of Salcito /Pietracupa.
- From Campobasso take the SS 87, continue on the SS 647, continue on the SP 139 in the direction of Fossalto, turn on the SP 138 in the direction of Pietracupa (SP 142).
On the train
The railway station of reference is that of Ripabottoni-Sant'Elia (located in the municipality of Ripabottoni, about 20 km away).
The railway station of reference is that of Ripabottoni-Sant'Elia (located in the municipality of Ripabottoni, about 20 km away).Connections with Pietracatella by bus with the "SATI" bus lines.
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 Church of San Giacomo and crypt of Santa Margherita, via San Giacomo, ☎ 39 0874 817676.
- 2 Church of Santa Maria di Costantinopoli, Largo Santa Maria, ☎ 39 0874 817345.
8:00-18:00. Church dating back to the seventeenth century. of late Renaissance style. - Church of San Giovanni Battista, via Roma, ☎ 39 0874 817345. 8:00-18:00. Church dating back to the thirteenth century. Romanesque style.
- Church of San Nicola di Bari, Largo San Nicola. Church dating back to the 13th century, late Romanesque style which is part of a Benedictine complex which has now disappeared. The church is closed due to unavailability.
- Fountain of Venus.
- Door da Capo.
- Marchesale Palace.
- Larossi Palace.
8:00-18:00. Church dating back to the seventeenth century. of late Renaissance style.Events and parties
- Feast of Our Lady of Constantinople (Madonna of ricotta). first Tuesday after Pentecost.
- Patronal festival of San Donato. August 7.
- Feast of St. Anthony of Padua. June 13.
What to do
Shopping
In its territory an excellent olive oil is produced; Pietracatella is part of theNational Association City of oil.
How to have fun
Where to eat
Average prices
- 1 La Rondine Restaurant, Contrada Sorienza, ☎ 39 0874 817716.
- 2 Bar Pizzeria La Quercia, Contrada Varana, 2, ☎ 39 0874 719750.
Where stay
Average prices
- 1 Calbrese hotel, Contrada Sorienza, ☎ 39 0874 817428.
Safety
Pharmacy
- 1 Piccirilli, Via Giardino, 2, ☎ 39 0874 817241.
How to keep in touch
- 2 Italian post, Street Garden, ☎ 39 0874 817138.
Around
- Campobasso - The old city develops on a hill around the castle in a dominant position. The modern city has developed in the plan. It is the most populous center of Molise, of which it is the regional capital.
- Occhito lake - It is a large artificial reservoir, created with a barrage on the Fortore. It marks the border between Puglia and Molise for about 10 km.
- 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.
Other projects
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