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What to do and see in Abruzzo, Italy: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
Abruzzo (pronounced [aˈbruttso]) is a region of Central Italy, with an area of 10,763 square km (4,156 sq mi) and a population of 1.2 million. Its western border lies 80 km (50 mi) east of Rome. The region is divided into the four provinces of L'Aquila, Teramo, Pescara, and Chieti. Abruzzo borders the region of Marche to the north, Lazio to the west and south-west, Molise to the south-east, and the Adriatic Sea to the east. Geographically, Abruzzo is divided into a mountainous area to the west, which includes the Gran Sasso D'italia, and a coastal area to the east with beaches on the Adriatic sea. Abruzzo is partially considered culturally, linguistically, historically, and economically a region of Southern Italy, although geographically it may also be considered central. The Italian Statistical Authority (ISTAT) deems it to be part of Southern Italy, partially because of Abruzzo's historic association with the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies.
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1. Museo Nazionale d'Abruzzo - MUNDA
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5.0 based on 273 reviews
Reviewed By anthonybT8926ZJ
This museum is a treasure, with a large collection of art from the Middle Ages to modern times, in it's beautifully-displayed rooms. This structure is not the permanent housing for these hundreds of paintings, sculptures and jewelry, all of which were brought from the 16th-century Castle of L’Aquila that was heavily damaged in the 2009 earthquake. Few visitors were in this large, modern museum when we arrived. After my wife and I had spent 2 hours enjoying every piece we saw, a guide (Carmine Santorelli) came to us after seeing how interested we were and he led us on a guided tour. He explained the history and culture of the region and how the artwork differed from other locations and times; the breast-feeding Virgin Mary's; the hidden figures in many religious paintings that symbolized the distrust the artists (an others) felt for powerful religious figures of the times. His 40+ years of museum experience were truly evident in his passionate explanations of what we saw.
2. Basilica di Santa Maria di Collemaggio e Porta Santa
3. Chiesa di San Matteo Apostolo
4. Stabilimento Balneare Al Faro
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5.0 based on 38 reviews
Stabilimento Balneare ad Alba Adriatica, Noleggio Ombrelloni e Lettini, ristorante aperto a pranzo, area relax, sky-tv, wifi free. Punto ricarica smartphone, Cocktails Bar. SEGUITECI SU INSTAGRAM: @alfarobeach
5. Museo delle Genti d'Abruzzo
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4.5 based on 160 reviews
The museum follows the story of mankind in Abruzzo, from man's first appearance as a Palaeolithic hunter. It highlights the contribution made by 9 italic tribes from Abruzzo and Molise to the making of Rome, thus giving the name "Italy" to the entire peninsula. A brief summary illustrates how much of their past has been handed down to us in terms of customs, beliefs, places of worship, products, objects, manners. The central theme of the museum, organized into 16 huge display rooms, is the concept of continuity, everlasting culture, illustrated via a fascinating, educational exhibition, equipped with multimedia facilities and digitally assisted audio guide available in many languages. The museum, is one of the most original and innovative within the field of Antropology in Italy. The Museum of the Abruzzi People is located in the historical centre of Pescara, inside the old Bourbon barracks building. The floor where the permanent collection is housed was built as barracks in the 18th Century, on the basement that belonged to Pescara's 15th Century fortress.
Reviewed By 346darinag
We were in the museum as a Group and we very liked it. It’s a really interesting museum and it was worth to visit especially because we had a really nice Guide who told us a lot about the exhibits. The museum shows the history from Abruzzo with old discoveries and different samples found in the region.
6. Castello Piccolomini di Celano
7. Grotte di Stiffe
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4.5 based on 1,246 reviews
Reviewed By antoniopI8584WA - Foligno, Italy
A unique and magical experience into 700 metres deep caverns that contain two waterfalls and a lake. Wear good walking shoes and a rain jacket. The one hour tours are conducted in Italian, although there is also one English speaking guide. The ticket office is conveniently located next to the cavern entrance, except for the month of August, when it is in the village below the caverns. A shuttle in in place during this time. Especially children love the experience. Recommended B&B/restaurant are: La Villa, Casa Bologna and only restaurant: Da Leda and Santino.
8. Duomo Santa Maria Assunta e San Berardo
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4.5 based on 172 reviews
Reviewed By aforestsomewhere
Probably the most famous landmarks in Teramo, work started on the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta in 1158 during one of the numerous rebuildings of Teramo (a strategic city, it was repeatedly ransacked and razed by a series of invading forces). A beautiful building situated in the centre of one of the historic centres' main squares, it has a Roman interior with a Gothic exterior. Also worth a visit is the crypt of San Berardo, patron saint of Teramo, within the church. Plenty of bars are in the immediate vicinity for refreshments and meals.
9. Museo Archeologico Nazionale
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4.5 based on 274 reviews
Reviewed By Edoardo-DP476 - Italy, null
Beatiful museum with a gorgeous collection of ancient roman and pre-roman artifacts found in the Abruzzo region. The museum, located in An old villa in the centre of Chieti, is also the home of the "Warrior of Capestrano", probably the most iconic, beautiful and enigmatic sculpture from the Italic pre-roman age. All sections of the museum are provided with English info panels. Warmly recommended to all visitors passing by the provinces of Pescara and Chieti.
