"Following the repeated barbarian invasions first, and of the Saracens afterwards, Selci was founded, which takes its name from the nearby Roman road which was, in fact, paved with large flint paving stones. Therefore, following the destruction of Forum Novum , the population, seeking refuge, built the village at the top of a hill.
Consequently, the town was fortified with walls and, subsequently, this simple urban agglomeration was transformed into a castrum. From a castle, Selci became a municipality and, when the Church of Rome expanded its possessions, the inhabitants of Selci also swore their subjection to the pope.
Today, its surrounding walls and the mighty tower which develops with a square plan and which still dominates Selci are, almost certainly, the ancient vestiges depicting the first fortification of the ancient Silicij castrum.
Once past the urban gate, you enter its historic centre, where you can admire the Church dedicated to the Holy Savior and, on the left side, the tourist's view will be attracted by a small square with a tower.
Even if combined with late constructions, you can still admire the old walls that defended the entire town".
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