Piazza Plebiscito

Piazza Plebiscito is the main public square of Ferrandina centered around the Santa Maria della Croce Church, built in 1492. Traditional stone buildings in southern Italian style surround the space and several key streets branch off from it.

The square was named after the 1860 plebiscite when Ferrandina voted to support Italian unification. This moment came after feudal rights had ended in 1806, marking a transition to a new political order.

The square serves as the gathering place where locals and visitors can observe how the community comes together for celebrations and daily social life. It remains the heart where people naturally congregate to meet and spend time.

The square is easy to navigate and connects directly to Via Mazzini, the main shopping street of the town. Its level surface makes walking comfortable and provides clear views for orientation.

The square has long served as a gathering point for olive growers who share knowledge about cultivating the local Majatica variety. During harvest season, you can witness how this agricultural tradition continues to shape social connections in the community.