Discover Monterosso
“Mons ruber” dal latino “collina rossa”.
Il nome stesso è una suggestione!
Benvenuti
Monterosso Calabro
Monterosso is a village in the province of Vibo Valentia, a few hundred meters above sea level, which boasts numerous peculiarities from both a historical and cultural point of view. The hilly position makes it very fascinating from a landscape point of view.
“è la storia di un paese come tanti altri, pur tuttavia singolare ed originale, inconfondibile e bello nella sua tragicità, nella poesia delle sue strade, nelle fatiche dei suoi uomini, nel silenzio delle sue donne e nelle tensioni dei suoi figli”
(Nello Manduca – Arsura)
Its history is rich in events and influences that date back to different historical periods, from ancient times to the present day. Numerous monuments are proof of this, as well as the Museum which tells the story of the rural origins of the area to which it belongs. The Association’s objective is to promote the town, its history and its roots, helping to keep Monterosso alive!
Cosa vedere a Monterosso Calabro
DO NOT MISS IT
Monterosso represents a fascinating example of how a small municipality can keep its traditions and history alive, despite the challenges of time. Its history, made up of different influences and periods of great development and difficulty, is testimony to the resilience and adaptability of its community. Today, Monterosso Calabro continues to be a place of great historical and cultural interest, a symbol of the richness of the Calabrian heritage.
Il Museo della Civiltà Contadina ed Artigiana della Calabria
Le Chiese
La croce di Re Carlo III di Borbone
Porta d’ingresso convento dei camaldolesi
I resti della Chiesa di Condolima
Il Calvario
Le 3 aree del centro storico: Capana, Borgo e Monastero
Palazzo Basile
I portoni
Torre dell'orologio
Le maschere apotropaiche
Il vecchio mulino
Le lamie
La casa natia di Arnoldo Farina ed il monumento a lui eretto
Il rosso tramonto sulla Capana
Around Monterosso
Luoghi d'interesse
What to see nearby:
L’Oasi WWF del Lago Angitola
La montagna
La miniera di grafite
I Ruderi di Rocca Angitola
Noi amiamo le nostre radici
The Familia De Rubro Monte Association is a non-profit socio-cultural association born with the desire to rigorously highlight the peculiar characteristics of Monterosso Calabro, through events and activities that combine nature, culture, tradition and art.
The necklace made by Gerardo SACCO: epicting the typical costume of the women of Monterosso Calabro.
King Charles III of Bourbon: “Enhancement of the historical monument” connected to the visit of Charles III to Monterosso Calabro.
The graphite mine: the site relating to the former graphite mine located in Monterosso Calabro has been valorised.
Monterosso Calabro
How to get
By Train
Vibo Valentia Pizzo train station, then taxi or bus
By Plane
Lamezia Terme Airport, then taxi or car rental
By Car
A2 Pizzo Calabro motorway exit, follow the signs for “Monterosso Calabro” 15 km away.
REACH MONTEROSSO ON FOOT
with the Kalabria Coast to Coast Walk
