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SERRAMONACESCA RESIDENCE Nature at home Quite and psycho-physical well-being an enchanted location and a pristine natural environment friendliness and good humour

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SERRAMONACESCA RESIDENCE is where the sea meets land, where farmers meet fishermen and where pastoral pursuits meet seafaring traditions. A combination able to kindle emotions, a sense of freedom and pure light-heartedness. The coastline stretches for 130 Km, creating many di!erent environments along its way from north to south, from cool pinewoods to sandy and rocky beaches, cli!s and headlands. All these features are able to cater to any type of requirement: fun and relaxation, lively beaches and solitary coves. And immediately behind the coastline stand the mountains – a totally unusual and suggestive landscape.

In the land of Abruzzo, life is “easy”, peace and quiet reign supreme over the natural environment, traditional flavours dominate the table, folklore gives life to lively and much-enjoyed sociality. That is why living in Abruzzo means rediscovering the authenticity of life, achieving the perfect balance of mind and body, through contact with nature, lots of fresh air and wholesome food.

The real protagonist is Nature, with its colours, its landscapes and its fragrances. Abruzzo is in fact Europe’s greenest region, the beating heart of a tourist destination where corners of paradise still exist – solitary valleys, headlands, waterfalls, peaks and pinnacles that take your breath away.

The huge variety of natural environments, from those of the coast to those of the mountains, from lakes to rivers, are home to a universe of animals, including rare species like the Marsican bear, the Apennine wolf, the Abruzzo chamois and the golden eagle.

John Paul II and Abruzzo, the pope’s favourite region for skiing and hiking. And then there is history, ready to spring to life wherever you look; a past narrated by numerous villages of living stone, nestled among and on top of mountains. In these places, among these settings, the great men of Abruzzo found their inspiration – Gabriele d’Annunzio, F.P. Micheletti, F.P. Tosti. Their works represent a priceless heritage of art and culture. Here, where the closeness of nature would seem to make souls purer, numerous places of the faith can still be found – ancient sanctuaries, caves and hermitages recount the mystery of transcendence and speak of ancient legends and stories of people and lands. And then…museums and archaeological sites, craftsmanship and flavours make the land of Abruzzo easily recognizable. Like visiting a large open-air museum, with the remains of old castles and medieval buildings, the many archaeological sites are steeped in history, stimulating the traveller’s curiosity as he/she seeks long-kept secrets and hidden treasures.

Among these treasures of Abruzzo are the region’s deep-rooted culinary traditions, comprising a whole range of local produce, exclusive recipes and exceptionally refined and unusual flavours.

The culinary art of Abruzzo is enhanced by various events organized in the region throughout the year: village fetes and festivals and tasting routes. Walking, exploring, discovering. Resting, tasting and being surprised. Abruzzo makes life unforgettable and has the “ability to make people happy”. This is where many foreigners have chosen to live, attracted by the warmth of the people, Borgo Majella is nestled among the green hills of the pristine natural environment Serramonacesca, in Abruzzo, at the foot of the Majella and the chance to rediscover mountain range. It is well linked to all the main highways. The Serramonacesca area is crossed by the upper course a more authentic life, of the Alento river and is an integral part of the Majella away from the hustle and bustle National Park. The town is set amid breathtaking scenery – beach and of modern cities. oak woodland. The river initially runs along a deep gorge before flowing, in its lower reaches, between banks lined with willow and poplar trees.

In this enchanted location, where life is still wholesome and simple, people are able to rediscover themselves, the silence and poetry of the sounds, fragrances and colours of nature.

The town still boasts many traditional-style houses, most of which have been restored to cater to the requirements of modern life, but without ever relinquishing the wonderful charm of times gone by.

At Serramonacesca, life is serene, but never monotonous. The surrounding area o!ers plenty of opportunities. Hiking and walking trails leading to holy places, ancient ruins and fascinating traditions and, of course, the delicious flavours of Abruzzo cuisine. Very famous is the “MagnaMajella”, a wine and gastronomic route that links Passolanciano and Serramonacesca. A trail made up of tasting paths and stages surrounded by a breathtaking natural environment. Only a short distance from the town is Passolanciano la Maielletta, with its winter ski facilities and summer hiking trails. Every corner of Serramonacesca is impregnated with religious expressions – from the abbey of S. Liberatore a Majella, one of the most representative monuments of Benedictine art to the hermitage of Sant’Onofrio. (9) Roseto Teramo he lake at Campotosto is the largest in Abruzzo. It is The Cavallone Caves are one of the best-known located at an altitude of 1313 metres a.s.l. (1) Carsic formations in central with large stalactites and stalagmites. (10)

Castelli is a small town perched on a rocky 1 Campotosto outcrop. It is famous throughout the world for its Caramanico Terme is Abruzzo’s ceramic ware. (2) 2 Castelli renowned spa town, where visitors can restore health, beauty, mind is a modern and body. (11) and dynamic city on the 3 Pescara shores of the Adriatic. The driving force behind its vitality is the sea. Various d’ The Punta Aderci headland was the first events are staged here during the course of the year, such as “Pescara Jazz” coastal nature reserve in Abruzzo. It provides and the “Matteotti cycling Trophy”. (3) a panoramic view of the sea and the surrounding countryside. (12) The regional capital, L’Aquila, is famous for its historical L’AQUILA 4 6 Chieti and artistic heritage. The city’s showpiece is the Basilica Santo Stefano 5 Ortona of Collemaggio, in Romanesque, Gothic and di Sessanio Renaissance style. (4) Sulmona is considered the centre of the world’s production of sugared almonds. This product has been artistically made 7 Rocca Calascio 8 here since the 15th century. (13) 9 Santo Stefano di Sessanio is widely considered the most suggestive medieval town in Abruzzo, where The sanctuary of Cocullo time really does appear to have stopped. (5) Caramanico 11 attracts thousands of Terme Punta Aderci 12 pilgrims during the ancient The Warrior of Capestrano, kept in the Abruzzo Serpents Rite in honour of St. Dominic. (14) National Archaeological Museum, in Chieti, is the Vasto symbol of Abruzzo’s historical heritage. (6) The Sagittario chasm is a typical Sulmona 13 deep river gorge. For millions of years the river has dug itself Rocca Calascio, situated on 17 Cocullo 14 a bed and eroded the rock to form the chasm as it is today. a high mountain peak, is an Riserva 15 10 Grotte del Golden eagles can often be seen flying above the valley. (15) ancient castle, whose Gole del Cavallone original walls and ramparts Sagittario Scanno is a town with a special appeal, where ancient crafts are are still intact. (7) still practised (goldsmith’s, tatting lace). (16) Scanno 16 The Volto Santo di Manoppello is a famous sanctuary where what is considered to be Passo Lanciano/MammaRosa is one of the Roccaraso the true Face of Jesus Christ is kept in a best-known skiing resorts in the Apennines. This reliquary. (8) pistes stretching for kilometres, all perfectly snow covered to practice any type of winter sport. (17) Between the Apennine Mountains and the sea is a land just waiting to be discovered. Serramonacesca is a relaxing and carefree hideaway and home to Borgo Majella. This residential complex has been developed specifically for people seeking the peace and quiet no longer available in the big cities, in green and pristine surroundings.

Here, people are warm and friendly. Hospitality is of the family type. The views are breathtaking and peace and quiet reign supreme.

Each dwelling unit is finished in antique/rustic style; the The immediate sensation is one of psycho-physical well-being – just wonderful. interiors are very comfortable thanks to a stone or Living here means finding oneself, rediscovering oneself and surprising oneself. antiqued-wood e ect mellow-coloured glazed stoneware floor available in a range of di erent colours. Borgo Majella o ers dwelling solutions for any type of Each apartment features earth, sand, stone and requirement. Quality standards are always pebble-coloured natural wood window high. Innovation and tradition come and door frames. together, amid aesthetic taste and functionality. The roof is in visible wood, natural, warm and good looking. Outer facing is in natural stone with rustic and antiqued e ect, recalling old country houses. The complex is made entirely of anti-earthquake reinforced concrete, And again, wrought-iron railings, green areas, terraces and gardens located in various consistent with the most stringent safety parts of the complex, giving it the characteristic appearance of the old mountain regulations. The entire complex has been buildings, the houses of times gone by once again presented in a built with wood-concrete blocks covered modern guise. with wood fibre to significantly reduce energy consumption and provide interiors with balanced warmth and degree of humidity. Equipped outdoor space. Nothing is left to chance. Everything has been carefully perfected down to the smallest detail.

Two-bedroom unit with portico and garden large interior and outdoor dwelling areas.

One-bedroom unit with portico and garden perfectly adequate interior and outdoor dwelling areas.

A cool wooden pergola provides shade during the warmer months. Every detail is carefully perfected.

One-bedroom unit with portico and garden perfectly adequate interior and outdoor dwelling areas. One-bedroom unit with terrace and garden perfectly adequate interior and outdoor dwelling areas.

One-bedroom unit with balcony The various levels of Borgo Majella perfectly adequate interior and outdoor dwelling areas. are linked by steps in natural stone and wrought iron.

Detail of outdoor finish. Modern but with the use of natural materials, Two-bedroom unit on two levels with garden for a well-balanced rustic and antiqued e!ect. comfortable interior and outdoor dwelling areas. www.fimianiegiampietro.com

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