Laurino

Laurino is a characteristic medieval embossed place of the Cilento, the southern part of the province of Salerno and the southernmost part of the region of Campania (Italian Campania). The place belongs to the Comunità Montana del Calore Salernitano.

History

The foundation of the town dates back to pre-Christian times. In the 12th century the population was approximately 20,000 inhabitants, spread over the capital and five other secondary locations. The decline was initiated by the wars between Guelphs and Ghibellinnen during which Laurino was destroyed by the troops of Frederick II. Due to a strong migration to the north, looking for work, the place now only 1649 inhabitants (as of 31 December 2012).

The place name is most probably down to the fact that in the vicinity of the bay tree is very well represented in the vegetation. The place name Laurino is thus originated from the Latin Laurus or Laurinus.

Geographical Location

Laurino is located on a 531 m s.l.m. high mountain. Below the hill, the river Calore Lucano runs. This arises from a source on the Cervati and flows through the National Park of Cilento and Vallo di Diano.

At the recent times remember numerous buildings, such as the ruins of the Ducal Palace, the frescoes and carvings of the main church " Santa Maria Maggiore " and the two medieval bridges over the river Calore.

In earlier times Laurino was known as the "Pearl of the Calore ". Today, the village is characterized in particular by the natural and unadulterated vegetation and diverse initiatives such as the taking place in August Jazz Festival "Jazz in Laurino " from.

Districts

Laurino has two districts: Pruno and Villa Littorio.