Sannitic preparations A mass conscription was proclaimed for the whole of Sannio, with the new law that any young man who failed to turn up for roll call or left without permission would become a death warrant, and immediately afterwards the order was issued to assemble near Aquilonia. (See Figures 8, 9). After it was [...]
The battle of Aquilonia and Cominius (293 B.C.) marked a turning point in history, as did the battles of Zama, Legnano, Lepanto, etc... It is enough to note that only now, having finally overcome the Samnite obstacle (Liv. 10, 44, 7-8) and reached the Adriatic Sea, could Rome extend its dominion undisturbed southwards and northwards, and form the «first Italy» [...].
ATINA The Gɪᴏʀɴᴀᴛᴇ Eᴜʀᴏᴘᴇᴇ ᴅᴇʟ Pᴀᴛʀɪᴍᴏɴɪᴏ at the Atina Archaeological Museum 24 sᴇᴛᴛᴇᴍʙʀᴇ 2023 4.30 p.m. - Free guided tour to discover the historical centre of Atina, by Dr. Ilenia Carnevalessa Ilenia Carnevale 18.00 - Classical music concert by the trio “TUTTO D'UN FIATO” Luigi Mele: clarinet, piccolo clarinet and bass clarinetJacopo [...].
Thursday evening's preview marked the opening of the 37th edition of Atina Jazz, one of the most popular summer events in Ciociaria and the Comino Valley. In the courtyard of the Palazzo Ducale, the British saxophonist and clarinettist John Surman, a musician much loved by jazz enthusiasts in these parts, performed [...].
Photostory of the week no. 09-10/2023 in Valle di Comino We have to catch up on two weeks of beautiful photos from our mountains: the Monti della Meta! Today we want to tell you about a beautiful mountain area located in central Italy, in Valle di Comino, in the Abruzzo Lazio e Molise National Park: the Monti della Meta. [...]
Photostory of the week no. 08/2023 in Valle di Comino Last week we were in the Picinisco countryside, among olive groves, vineyards and the snow-capped Monti della Meta in the background. A beautiful photo taken in the locality of Vallegrande, we see the valley of the Rava torrent that starts in the Vallone della Meta. Sunset over Lake Posta Fibreno and a beautiful [...].
The Crucifix of the Salita del Cavaliere in Fontechiari shines again! More than three hundred years ago, people in Fontechiari carried the wooden crucifix from the Church of Santa Maria in procession. According to legend, during the ascent to the village, the people of Fontechiari, who had been suffering from a severe drought for months, turned to the crucifix [...].
Photostory of the week no. 07/2023 in Valle di Comino Welcome to the wonderful Valle di Comino, a true winter paradise for lovers of nature and outdoor activities. Among the various villages in the valley, San Donato Val di Comino is a must-see. This characteristic medieval village is immersed in a breathtaking natural setting, with splendid [...]
Photostory of the week no. 06/2023 in Valle di Comino An evocative photo of Picinisco, a mountain village of medieval origins situated on a charming rise at the base of the Mount Meta chain. Surrounded by beech, chestnut and oak forests, it offers a spectacular view of the picturesque Comino Valley. From the main square, which serves as a natural belvedere, it is possible [...]
La Valle di Comino romantique ? J'en suis sûr ! C'est même la destination idéale pour échapper à la routine quotidienne pour un week-end à deux. Faire une promenade sur le lac de Posta Fibreno, dîner dans les restaurants de la Valle di Comino et passer une soirée culturelle et agréable. N'est-ce pas romantique tout [...].