| Stalettì | ||
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| State | Italy | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Calabria | |
| Territory | Costa degli Aranci | |
| Altitude | 382 m a.s.l. | |
| Surface | 11 km² | |
| Inhabitants | 2.467 (estimate / census 2011) | |
| Name inhabitants | Stalettesi | |
| Prefix tel | 39 0961 | |
| POSTAL CODE | 88069 | |
| Time zone | UTC 1 | |
| Patron | St. Gregory the Wonderworker | |
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Stalettì is a city of Calabria.
To know
Geographical notes
Stalettì is a town that overlooks the Gulf of Squillace.
Located almost 400 meters high, the village enjoys a remarkable panorama, ranging from Crotone Pointed Stylus.
Background
The origin of Stalettì dates back to Roman times, as evidenced by the numerous archaeological finds found in the area.
Near the main street of the town, Via Grande, there are ancient lime kilns and the watchtower that overlooks the surrounding area.
In 1400 the town underwent an important demographic increase which was interrupted years later due to the incursions of the Saracens.
An earthquake in 1783 caused extensive damage to the country and in particular to its cultural heritage.
How to orient yourself
Stalettì: full screen map.How to get
By plane
The international airport of Lamezia Terme it is the closest to Stalettì, about 50 km away.
How to get around
What see
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- Convent of San Gregorio Taumaturgo. from the 11th century;
- Remains of the Mother Church. from the 15th century destroyed by the earthquake of 1783;
- Church of the Immaculate Conception. from the 16th century;
- Church of the Madonna del Rosario. of the eighteenth century.
- Archaeological site of Santa Maria del Mare. with the remains of the Byzantine fortress;
Events and parties
- Procession of Our Lady of Sorrows.
Good Friday. - Cumprunta. Easter Sunday.
- Patronal feast of San Gregorio. November 17.
- Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary (Queen of Stalettì). First Sunday of October.
- Feast of the Immaculate Conception. December 8.
- Feast of Saint Lucia. December 13.
Good Friday.What to do
Shopping
How to have fun
Where to eat
Where stay
Average prices
- 1 [link previously not working]Cassiodoro Hotel, Dante Square 4, ☎ 39 0961 918550, @[email protected].
Safety
How to keep in touch
Post office
- Post Office, Via Gennaro Amoruso snc, ☎ 39 0961 918456.
Around
- Monte Covello —Mountainous subgroup of Monte Serralta which reaches a height of 848 meters above sea level, is known for the richness of flora with abundant woods, for the variety of fauna and for the quality of the mineral waters. There is an ornithological center and it is also possible to cross suggestive nature trails, visit the small lake in the Rimitello area and the barrier of the Pesipe river.
