The Romanesque church of Santa Maria is located at the foot of Monte Velino at the beginning of the Porclaneta Valley. It was built around the middle of the 11th century and was probably part of a Benedictine monastery.

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May 17, 2022

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The church of Santa Maria is located at the beginning of the Porclaneta Valley at the foot of Monte Velino. It was built around the middle of the eleventh century; the style is Romanesque. Most likely it was part of a Benedictine monastery.

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June 10, 2025

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Beautiful place with free guided tour. Call before visiting. A must if you are on the Cammino dei Briganti or nearby.
For those who walk, there is also a fountain with water.

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Cartore – Duchess Lake loop from Chiesa di Santa Maria in Valle Porclaneta

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