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Known to most as the city of witches, Benevento is a town rich in history and culture. Initially called Maloenton by the Samnites, in Latin Maleventum, when it was conquered by the Romans it was renamed Beneventum, to replace the old name considered funereal.
Are you a history buff? Benevento is rich in ancient monuments such as theArch of Trajan, erected to celebrate the extension of Appian Way and the Roman theatre, wanted by Emperor Hadrian. Also there Church of Hagia Sophia with its frescoes and the Sannio Museum are worth a visit.
Shopaholic? In the downtown you can find boutiques with big names as well as small stores. There is no shortage of places to entertain with friends all year round.
Benevento is also famous for its food and wine excellence: fine wines such as theaglianico and the falanghina but also the Strega liqueur, produced by the Alberti Family since 1860.
Near ancient Maleventum we also find. Sant'Agata de' Goti, one of the most beautiful villages in the area and the Telese Lake, not far from the spa of the same name. Not to be forgotten is the Grassano Park to San Salvatore Telesino, a nature park near Telese Terme, perfect for nature lovers.