“A count’s house in Cilento?” you might ask. Indeed, right here in the heart of Cilento stands Cà del Conte, a village whose name whispers tales of nobility and rural charm. Cà del Conte, meaning “Count’s houses”, owes its name to the Counts Matarazzo. These aristocratic figures once held sway over this tranquil landscape, their lodge the centerpiece of a vast agricultural estate. The village, a frazione of Montecorice in the province of Salerno, pulses with the rhythm of rural life, even as it remembers its noble past. In 2009, Cà del Conte was home to 235 residents, known as Contisani. They celebrate their patron saint, St. Paschal Baylon, every 17th of May. Cà del Conte is more than just a name on a map. It’s a vibrant thread in the rich tapestry of Cilento’s history. Imagine the Counts Matarazzo surveying their lands from their lodge, the same lands that now comprise this charming village. The village isn’t isolated. It’s nestled along the SS 267 national highway, stretching from Pietà to Arena, where the inviting beach beckons. This placement along a major thoroughfare makes Cà del Conte easily accessible and connects it to the wider world. Cà del Conte is also geographically significant due to its location. Situated at the borders of Castellabate, separated from Ogliastro Marina by the Rio dell’Arena river, it occupies a unique niche in the region. Its reach extends beyond the main village to include the hilltop areas of Mainolfi and Giungatelle. These elevated hamlets, connected by a provincial road to Perdifumo, add to the layered charm of Cà del Conte. This location places Cà del Conte within the embrace of the Cilentan Coast, a scenic area along the Tyrrhenian Sea. This coastal location, with its proximity to several towns, enriches the village’s identity. It’s a place where history whispers in the gentle sea breeze and the rustic charm of the Count’s former estate continues to captivate.
Nuovo Cimitero di Cologno Monzese
“A timeless sanctuary,” the old woman whispered, her gaze fixed on the rows of marble within Nuovo Cimitero di Cologno