Franciscan Friary of Folloni

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The Convent of Saint Francis at Folloni is a Franciscan friary located near Montella in the province of Avellino in southern Italy. The monastery was founded by Saint Francis of Assisi in AD 1221–1222. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1222 (802 years ago)Coordinates: 40°50'58"N, 15°2'54"E

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Franciscan Friary of Folloni – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Abbey of San Guglielmo al Goleto, Cervialto, Monte Acellica, Concattedrale di Nusco.

6.3 miNE
Sacred and religious sites, Church, Romanesque architecture
Abbey of San Guglielmo al Goleto, Sant'Angelo Dei Lombardi
162 min walk • The Abbey of San Guglielmo al Goleto is a Benedictine monastery in Sant'Angelo dei Lombardi, province of Avellino, region of Campania Italy. The monastery was founded by Saint William of Vercelli in the year 1114.
6.4 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Cervialto
163 min walk • Cervialto is a mountain of Campania, Italy.
5.4 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Monte Acellica
139 min walk • Monte Accellica is a mountain in the Monti Picentini range, located in Campania, Italy. The mountain is 1660 metres tall, and is situated on the border between the provinces of Salerno and Avellino, divided between the comuni of Acerno, Giffoni Valle Piana, and Montella.
3.3 miNE
40°53'16"N • 15°5'6"E
Concattedrale di Nusco, Nusco
84 min walk • Church
4.6 miSE
Locality
Laceno
117 min walk • One of the main highlights of Laceno is its namesake lake, Lago Laceno, which is a tranquil oasis that provides a peaceful retreat for visitors. The lake is surrounded by scenic walking trails and picnic areas, making it a great spot for a leisurely day out in nature.
5.3 miNW
Town
Montemarano
135 min walk • Montemarano is a town and comune, former Latin bishopric and present titular see in the province of Avellino in the Campania region of southern Italy.
1.7 miW
Locality
Montella
43 min walk • One of the must-see attractions in Montella is the Monastery of Montevergine, a stunning hilltop sanctuary that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The monastery is a place of pilgrimage and is home to the revered Black Madonna, making it a...
1.7 miSE
Town
Bagnoli Irpino
45 min walk • One of the town's most iconic landmarks is the ancient Castle of Bagnoli, which dates back to the 11th century. This well-preserved fortress offers a fascinating glimpse into the region's medieval past and boasts breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding...