Castel San Giorgio, Italian comune
Castel San Giorgio is a small town in the Province of Salerno built on a hillside with narrow, winding streets and traditional stone houses. The medieval fortress with thick walls and towers rises above the center, offering views over the town and surrounding countryside from its elevated position.
The town was founded in ancient times and later became a strategic strongpoint during the Middle Ages, changing hands repeatedly due to conflicts in the region. The fortress ruins and well-preserved buildings visible today reflect this turbulent medieval period when the area shifted between different rulers.
The town takes its name from Saint George, the patron saint tied to the medieval fortress at its center. Locals gather in the town squares and winding streets for daily life, and the community comes together for celebrations like the August 16 feast honoring their patron saint with processions and shared meals.
Explore the main areas on foot, as the narrow streets wind steeply through the hillside layout. For excursions into the surrounding hills and neighboring villages, having a car or asking locals for guidance helps, as roads are scenic but can be winding and less straightforward to navigate.
A Roman aqueduct from the time of Emperor Augustus still stands today, showcasing engineering skill from over 2000 years ago. Visitors can walk close to this structure and experience its impressive scale and construction directly.
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