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Pisciotta

Welcome to Italy in Photos where we will showcase the best of the fascinating town of Pisciotta: – Pisciotta is a charming town in the province of Salerno, in the region of Campania, in southern Italy. It is located in the Cilento National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that preserves the natural and cultural heritage of this area. Pisciotta is perched on a hill overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, surrounded by ancient olive groves that produce a high-quality oil. The town has a history that dates to the Trojan War, when some survivors founded the colony of Pixous, later renamed Buxentum by the Romans and Policastro by the Saracens. Pisciotta was born in 915, when the inhabitants of Policastro fled from the Saracen invasion and settled on the hill, naming it after their original homeland. Pisciotta has maintained its medieval urban layout, with a castle on top and small houses leaning on each other to defend themselves from pirates. The town is rich in artistic and architectural treasures, such as the Church of St Peter and Paul, which houses a painting of St Francis miraculously saved from a Turkish attack in 1640, the Palazzo Marchesale Pappacoda, built on the ruins of a 12th-century castle, and the Palazzo Francia and Palazzo Lancellotti, two elegant 17th-century buildings. Pisciotta is also close to the archaeological site of Paestum, where the ancient Greek temples and frescoes can be admired. Pisciotta is a perfect destination for those who love nature, history, culture and gastronomy. It offers a variety of activities, such as hiking, biking, swimming, fishing, boating and diving. It also hosts several festivals and events throughout the year, such as the Olive Oil Festival, the Fish Festival and the Patron Saint’s Day. Pisciotta is a town that will enchant you with its beauty, hospitality and authenticity.

Photo Gallery of  Walk – Via Salerno to Piazza M. Pagano
Approximately 1.49 km – 0.93 miles

The walk starts in Via Salerno – Via Foresta – Piazza R. Pinto – Via Cannone – Via Vette – Piazza M. Pagano