S.Elia a Pianisi
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Situated in a strategic position between Molise and Puglia, Sant'Elia a Pianisi is an active agricultural centre, specialised in the production of oil and cereals. The village has an orderly and quiet urban layout, with several religious and rural testimonies. The community is very attached to the land, and farming traditions continue to mark the seasons. The surrounding flat landscape invites for walks and cycling itineraries along the Fortore valley.

Heritage

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  • Foto Scavi Archeologici
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  • Festa Madonna del Carmine
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  • Passion of Christ

Church of St Peter

Pianisi Archaeological Site

Contrada San Nicola

Our Lady of Mount Carmel with Auction of Gifts

Feast of St. Anthony

Passion of Christ

  • Church of St Peter

    A few kilometres from the village, in the district of the same name stands the 12th-century abbey of San Pietro. The church is made of tanned stone, has a single nave and a wooden trussed ceiling. Of particular interest is a sculpted stoup, the high altar and a statue of the saint.

  • Pianisi Archaeological Site

    The site, known for some of the archaeological elements found, such as the castle and medieval walls, is still the subject of research and study today. Excavations are carried out in collaboration with the University of Molise.

  • Contrada San Nicola

    Outside the town centre, near Lake Occhito, is the Contrada San Nicola. The locality has a fountain of the same name dating back to the 18th century and a statue of Saint Pio, a saint of particular importance to the population after his transfer to the Convent of the Capuchin Friars in 1904.

  • Our Lady of Mount Carmel with Auction of Gifts

    Mass and Procession dedicated to Our Lady of Mount Carmel, to whom the Auction of Gifts is also dedicated, conducted mainly in the dialectal language. The auctioneer manages the sale of products offered by citizens and local businesses. It is celebrated on the Sunday following the August bank holiday.

  • Feast of St. Anthony

    On the evening of 12 June, it is traditional to gather in prayer around the fires in the streets of the village. On 13 June, the Mass and Procession are celebrated, followed by the blessing of agricultural vehicles.

  • Passion of Christ

    During the Saturday before Palm Sunday, the re-enactment of the Stations of the Cross takes place in the main places of the country.

CONTACTS

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https://www.comune.santeliaapianisi.cb.it/

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