Lioni, Italian comune
Lioni is a small commune in the province of Avellino in the Campania region, situated on the slopes of the Picentini Mountains at about 1800 feet (550 meters) above sea level. The town features narrow alleys and old stone buildings winding through its layout, surrounded by open countryside and distant views of the mountainous landscape.
Lioni has ancient roots evident in Samnite walls dating to the 3rd century BC, with ruins still visible in areas like Santa Maria del Piano today. During medieval times the settlement came under control of various noble families including the Caracciolo and Imperiale, before suffering severe damage from the 1980 earthquake.
The residents of Lioni are called Lionesi and keep their heritage alive through the annual celebration of their patron saint San Rocco on August 16. These festivities bring the community together with religious processions, local food, and gatherings that reflect generations of local tradition.
Access to Lioni is available by car via the Ofantina road or by train on the line from Avellino to Rocchetta S. Antonio. Accommodation options are limited to small-scale options such as hotels, bed and breakfasts, and farm stays, and the best times to explore the streets are during cooler morning and evening hours.
Near the town sits the Brovesao waterfall, just 2 kilometers from the center, dropping about 65 feet (20 meters) into a small pool below that was used by swimmers during the 1970s. This natural spot reveals how the settlement connects to the surrounding mountain landscape.
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