Maida, Calabria

Maida ( Alb. Vina) is an Italian town in the province of Catanzaro in Calabria with 4491 inhabitants ( 31 December 2012). In Maida there since the 15th century old-established Arbëresh from Albania.

Location and data

Maida is located 35 km west of Catanzaro on the northeast slope of the Serre and 16 km south of Lamezia Terme. The Caraffa di Catanzaro neighboring municipalities are, Cortale, Feroleto Antico, Jacurso, Lamezia Terme, Marcellinara, piano Poli, San Floro and San Pietro a Maida.

Most of the inhabitants are employed in agriculture. It produces olives, lemons and kiwis. Tourism grows in the place.

Attractions

In the village are the remains of a medieval castle. The Oratory of S. Domenico has a precious wooden ceiling.

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