Calore river, Mountain river in Campania, Italy.
The Calore is a mountain river that flows about 108 kilometers through Campania, starting high in the Monti Picentini range. It drains a large basin and feeds extensive irrigation networks that support farming across the region.
In 663, the river was the site of a major battle where King Grimoald's forces defeated the army of the Eastern Roman Emperor Constans II. This event along its banks marked a significant moment in the early medieval history of the region.
The river shaped how people settled across the Avellino and Benevento provinces, influencing farming practices and water use for generations.
The river is accessible at several points and offers good spots for watching the landscape and water flow. Spring and autumn are the best times to visit, when water levels are stable and the weather stays pleasant.
The river is fed by several tributaries, including the Sabato from the left and both Ufita and Tammaro from the right. These smaller streams significantly increase the water volume and shape the overall hydrology of the valley.
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