Caudium, Montesarchio

#1 among attractions in Montesarchio

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Caudium was the main city of the ancient Caudini tribe in Samnium situated on the Appian Way between Beneventum and Capua. It or nearby Arpaia became the seat of an early bishopric, which is now a Latin Catholic titular see under both names. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 41°3'40"N, 14°37'60"E

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

Nearby attractions include: Sanctuary of the Virgin of Taburnus, Forchia, Museo archeologico nazionale del Sannio Caudino, Taburno Camposauro.

3.7 miNW
Church
Sanctuary of the Virgin of Taburnus
94 min walk • The Sanctuary of the Virgin of Taburnus, also known as Sanctuary of Saint Mary of Mount Taburno, is a religious structure built at the end of the 15th century at the foot of Mount Taburno. It is located in the comune of Bucciano, in the province of Benevento of Southern Italy.
5.5 miSW
Area
Forchia, Arpaia
140 min walk • Forchia is a comune in the Province of Benevento in the Italian region Campania, located about 35 km northeast of Naples and about 25 km southwest of Benevento. The name Forchia is the translation of Latin forculae, meaning "oxbow". It borders the following municipalities: Airola, Arienzo, Arpaia, Moiano, Roccarainola.
0.6 miNE
Specialty museum, History museum, Museum
Museo archeologico nazionale del Sannio Caudino, Montesarchio
16 min walk • The Sannio Caudino National Archaeological Museum is a museum in Montesarchio that collects archaeological evidence from the main cities of the Sanniti Caudini: Caudium, Saticula and Telesia.
3.5 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Taburno Camposauro
90 min walk • Taburno Camposauro is a massif located in the Apennines, to the west of Benevento, in the Campania region of Southern Italy. Its highest peak is the Taburno, at 1,393 m. It is composed of two groups of calcareous mountains separated by a plain. The fauna is affected by human activities, but the birdlife is very diverse.
3.2 miSE
Forts and castles
Castello Pignatelli della Leonessa
82 min walk • The Pignatelli della Leonessa castle is located in San Martino Valle Caudina and formed the fortified core of the town, where its feudal lords lived. The castle was built within the Norman age on the slopes of the Partenio mountains, at an altitude...
1.2 miNW
Locality
Bonea
32 min walk • One of the main attractions in Bonea is the impressive Castle of Bonea, a medieval fortress that dates back to the 11th century. Visitors can explore the castle's well-preserved architecture, including its imposing towers and defensive walls, and learn about its...
7 miSE
Town
Pietrastornina
180 min walk • Pietrastornina is a town and comune in the province of Avellino, Campania, southern Italy.
3.9 miW
Locality
Airola
100 min walk • One of the must-see attractions in Airola is the historic Castello di Airola, a medieval castle that stands as a testament to the town's rich history. Visitors can explore the castle's ancient walls and towers, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
2.9 miS
Locality
Cervinara
74 min walk • One of the most iconic landmarks in Cervinara is the medieval Castello di Cervinara, a historic castle that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Visitors can explore the castle's ancient walls and towers, and learn about the town's fascinating past.
2.7 miSW
Town
Rotondi
70 min walk • One of the highlights of Rotondi is the stunning Church of Santa Maria della Misericordia, a beautiful example of Baroque architecture that dates back to the 17th century. Visitors can admire the intricate details of the church's façade and step inside to marvel at...
3.5 miW
Locality
Bucciano
89 min walk • Bucciano is a comune in the Province of Benevento in the Italian region of Campania, located about 40 km northeast of Naples and about 20 km southwest of Benevento on the southern slopes of the Monte Taburno.