Samnium, Bellona

Name: Samnium
Address: Bellona, Italy

#1 among attractions in Bellona

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Samnium is a Latin exonym for a region of Southern Italy anciently inhabited by the Samnites. Their own endonyms were Safinim for the country and Safineis for the people. The language of these endonyms and of the population was the Oscan language. However, not all the Samnites spoke Oscan, and not all the Oscan-speakers lived in Samnium. ()

Local name: Sannio Coordinates: 41°10'10"N, 14°14'10"E

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Samnium – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sant'Angelo in Formis, Cales, Museo Campano, Capua Cathedral.

3.8 miS
Church, Romanesque architecture
Sant'Angelo in Formis, Capua
96 min walk • Sant'Angelo in Formis is an abbey in the municipality of Capua in southern Italy. The church, dedicated to St Michael the Archangel, lies on the western slopes of Monte Tifata.
5.8 miW
City, Archaeological site
Cales
148 min walk • Cales was an ancient city of Campania, in today's comune of Calvi Risorta in southern Italy, belonging originally to the Aurunci/Ausoni, on the Via Latina. The Romans captured it in 335 BC and established a colony with Latin rights of 2,500 citizens. Cales was initially the centre of the Roman dominion in Campania.
4.2 miS
Specialty museum, Museum
Museo Campano, Capua
108 min walk • The Museo Provinciale Campano di Capua is a provincial museum located in Capua, southern Italy. Established in 1870 and inaugurated in 1874, it is housed in the historic Palazzo Antignano.
4.4 miS
Church
Capua Cathedral, Capua
112 min walk • Capua Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral in the city of Capua, Campania, Italy, dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. It is the episcopal seat of the Archbishops of Capua. It was given the status of a basilica minor in 1827.
7 miSE
, Museum, Fashion museum
San Leucio, Caserta
178 min walk • San Leucio is a frazione of the comune of Caserta, in the region of Campania in southern Italy. It is most notable for a resort developed around an old silk factory, named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997.
6.8 miSE
Park
Oasi Bosco di San Silvestro, Caserta
173 min walk • WWF Bosco di San Silvestro Oasis is an oasis in Campania established in 1993. It occupies an area of 76 hectares in the municipality of Caserta.
4.7 miSE
Basketball, Concert hall, Sport
PalaMaggiò, Caserta
120 min walk • PalaMaggiò is an indoor sporting arena located in Caserta, Italy. The capacity of the arena is 6,387 spectators and opened in 1982.
2.2 miN
Archaeological site
Trebula Balliensis, Pontelatone
57 min walk • Trebula or Trebula Balliensis or Trebula Baliensis, was an ancient city of Campania, Italy, the location of which is occupied by the modern village of Treglia in the comune of Pontelatone.
7.5 miNE
Locality
Alvignano
192 min walk • For history enthusiasts, Alvignano boasts a number of historic landmarks that offer a glimpse into the region's past. The Castello di Alvignano, a medieval castle that dates back to the 11th century, stands as a testament to the area's rich history.
3.7 miNW
Locality
Pignataro Maggiore
95 min walk • One of the highlights of Pignataro Maggiore is its beautiful natural surroundings. The comune is surrounded by rolling hills and lush countryside, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can explore the scenic landscapes on foot or by bike...
3.1 miN
Locality
Formicola
79 min walk • The town is rich in history and culture, with ancient ruins and archaeological sites that date back to the Roman era. Visitors can explore the remains of the ancient city walls and the Roman amphitheater, providing a fascinating glimpse into the past.