Gessopalena, Mountain commune in Province of Chieti, Italy
The commune extends across 31 square kilometers at 654 meters elevation, featuring small neighborhoods like Arcioni, Castellana, and Santa Croce within its boundaries.
The strategic position of Gessopalena above the Sangro Valley made it a significant location for observing and controlling regional movements throughout medieval times.
Local festivals throughout the year bring together residents to share traditional Abruzzese foods, including regional specialties made from locally grown grapes and olives.
The town operates under central European time zones and maintains direct road connections to major centers in the Chieti province for convenient access.
Traditional stone buildings line the narrow streets, revealing architectural elements that demonstrate the mix of medieval and Renaissance construction methods.
Location: Province of Chieti
Capital city: Gessopalena
Elevation above the sea: 654 m
Shares border with: Casoli, Lama dei Peligni, Civitella Messer Raimondo, Roccascalegna, Torricella Peligna
Website: http://comune.gessopalena.ch.it
GPS coordinates: 42.05000,14.26667
Latest update: March 4, 2025 17:18
The Abruzzo region contains medieval villages, Roman sites and natural parks. The mountain fortress Rocca Calascio stands at 1460 meters elevation. The Gran Sasso and Majella national parks offer hiking trails through mountain terrain. On the coast, Ortona has beaches on the Adriatic Sea. The region produces saffron in Navelli and pasta in Fara San Martino. The parks house wolves and bears, while historic towns like Sulmona display Roman and medieval structures.
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