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The statue does not depict Padre Pio, but rather Saint Folco Pellegrino, the town's patron saint. Saint Folco was an English hermit who lived in the 7th century. He arrived in Italy and lived in the area surrounding Santopadre, so much so that the town owes its current name to him: from "Castro Forolo" to "Santopadre," as a sign of devotion. The statue depicts Saint Folco in religious robes, with a welcoming and blessing attitude, right in the town's scenic square. Saint Folco is venerated on May 22nd and is central to the local community, which also houses his relics in the parish church. The statue commemorates his memory and protection, and is a place of prayer and tribute from the residents, as evidenced by the flowers that often adorn it. The square is an excellent vantage point for observing the Melfa Valley and the surrounding Mainarde mountains.

Small square to the right of the waterfall with a view and refreshments in the adjacent bar

Water point 💧 present in front of the abbey... very suggestive place!

Isola del Liri, with its waterfalls in the city center, is on the path of San Benedetto

Cistercian monks are still present in this wonderful Gothic abbey located along the path of Saint Benedict.

It was built in 1203 on the ruins of the ancient Roman municipality called Cereatae. It is located in the municipality of Veroli. The monks manage the pharmacy, the liquor store, the restoration of books, the library and the archaeological museum.

Isola del Liri, a city-island crossed by the Liri river, has a history that dates back to the time of the Lords of the place, the sons of the Longobard steward Pietro il Maggiore. Famous for its ancient paper industry, it is recovering its past with the "Museum of Civilization of Paper and Telecommunications". The city is notable for the suggestive "Grande" waterfall, unique of its kind in Italy, and the monumental 14th-18th century Boncompagni-Viscogliosi Castle, together with several churches and historical sites of interest.

The Casamari Abbey, located between Frosinone and Sora, is one of the most significant examples of Gothic-Burgundian architecture in Italy. Founded in 1005 by a Benedictine community, it passed to the Cistercians in 1152. The majestic church, dedicated to the Virgin of the Assumption and Saints John and Paul, was consecrated in 1217. Even today, the Cistercians live in this historic place, bearing witness to the solidity of their community and the importance of the abbey in the history of architecture in Lazio.