The most beautiful villages of Abruzzo

Scanno . Defined as the most beautiful village in Abruzzo, so beautiful that it is also called "the city of photographers", there is also a street dedicated to photographers, a small terrace overlooking one of the most beautiful views of the country. Once you arrive in the village, let yourself be enchanted by the wrought iron balconies, the baroque portals, the stairs and all the other elements that characterize Scanno, making it unique. to have the bell tower visible from every side and perspective. The interior is very particular, it is divided into three naves and the white stone of which it is made is highlighted by the red details that decorate it. To see, the Church of Sant Eustacchio is the oldest in Scanno. The wool museum deserves a visit, it collects the memories of the country, ancient tools, the museum is important because wool was a fundamental product, in fact many were the shepherds in the country, even today, while walking, it can happen to stop to allow the passing of the sheep. But Scanno is also known for its goldsmithing, two objects in particular belong to the town's goldsmith tradition; the presentosa, a jewel that the mother-in-laws gave to future daughters-in-law, the second jewel of the tradition was a bracelet that becomes a ring. In gastronomy you cannot absolutely miss the Pan dell'Orso, the typical sweet of Scanno, if you prefer salty you can find many particularities from sheep's kebabs to chezzelliti, you are spoiled for choice.

Abruzzo village in the province of Chieti. It is a village with very ancient origins, the village still retains the appearance of a small medieval village dominated by the ducal castle. What to visit in Crecchio, the church of Santa Maria da Piedi, built in 1580 on the most ancient defensive walls of the town, it is currently deconsecrated and is used as an auditorium. There is, the sanctuary of St. Elizabeth, has very ancient origins as well as the veneration of the inhabitants for the saint. Not to be missed, the mills of the Arielli valley; they are water mills, with stone grinders and underground water wheel with blades. Thanks to an accurate restoration it was possible to create the "park of the mills," an equipped area of particular naturalistic value. Do not go away before you have tasted Crecchio's famous spaghetti alla chitarra, so called thanks to the "guitar" tool used to cut pasta, another very famous food throughout Italy are the arrosticini, skewers with sheep meat.

Campli, the village of villages in Abruzzo. It stands on a plateau, of rather ancient origins, boasts an architectural fabric as proof of its past greatness. In this regard, there are not a few monuments and places of worship which, thanks to their beauty, attract tourists from all over the world.

Campli preserves treasures such as Palazzo Farnese, the oldest civic building in Abruzzo, the Cathedral of Santa Maria in Platea, the National Archaeological Museum, the Necropolis of Campovalano, the House of the Doctor and the Apothecary. In the area of Monte Foltrone and, in particular, in the Valle degli Scoiattoli it is possible to practice outdoor activities linked to the mountains.

The best way to enjoy the atmosphere of the village of Campli is by walking and finding every glimpse. Just walking along Corso Umberto, the long avenue that cuts the city in two, you can admire an idyllic building, it is the House of the Doctor and the Apothecary ., Which has changed its function several times over the centuries, passing from a religious building to a place of welcome and care for infants unwanted by families, a prestigious noble residence. Continuing towards the main square of the town, on the right stands the Church of Santa Maria in Platea, a place full of spirituality and custodian of important artistic works, while on the left of the square stands the Palazzo del Farnese, today the seat of the city hall. Campli is made up of festivals, the most famous in the month of August is the Sagra della Porchetta Italica; a real competition among the producers of this exquisite pork product. All that remains is to organize a visit to the village.

Opi is located in a strategic position with respect to the Abruzzo National Park, the Abruzzo village stands on a rocky spur inclined at a height of 1250 meters in the center of the upper Val di Sangro. the village of Opi, inserted with merit in the club "most beautiful villages in Italy", thanks to its position is a very popular tourist destination especially for its cool climate. Park the car just outside the historic center, and before reaching the old part of the village, you can make a stop at the Opi viewpoint, where you can enjoy one of the most beautiful panoramic views of the Abruzzo National Park. To visit, the Palazzo Comunale, built at the end of the 17th century, the Chapel of San Giovanni Battista, the style is a refined Abruzzese baroque. Again, the Church of Santa Maria Assunta. Absolutely not to be missed is the Museo del Camoscio, located inside a typical house in Opi, you will have the opportunity both to know a lot of news about the Abruzzo chamois, and to admire the structure of a typical historic home of a wealthy family. of the village. Furthermore, a section dedicated to children will allow, through the game, to recognize the different species of fauna present in the Park. Another museum present is that of skiing and the mountains, you can admire ski equipment used since the last century. Furthermore, the Museum of the Forest and of man the visit is a journey to discover the forest of prehistoric times to the Sinni populations, from Romanization to the Middle Ages, up to the present day.