When we are vacationing on the Adriatic coast of
Abruzzo, from Roseto degli Abruzzi we are compelled to move inland. Going along the state road that
runs alongside the Vomano river and goes towards Gran Sasso, it is possible
discover the valuable Benedictine and Cistercian buildings of S. Maria di
Propezzano, San Clemente al Vomano and San Giovanni Mavone.
We come upon Canzano which dominates the valley with a panorama that covers
all from sea to mountains. From here it is easy to reach Castelli, since the
XV century a famous center for the majolica production.
After visiting the
various shops we can move higher to the heart of the
National Park of Gran Sasso to Campo Imperatore (1800 mts).
The scenery
is suggestive: impressive peaks, pastures, and woods.
There are numerous
sign-posted paths for walks in the mountains.
The
oldest in the Apennines, the Abruzzo National Park has an important role in the
preservation of species such as the Italian Wolf, chamois and Marsican Brown
Bear.
The Park is around two thirds beech forest though many other trees grow in
the area including the Silver Birch and Black and Mountain pines. Other
characteristic fauna of the park are roe deer, wild boar and the White-backed
Woodpecker.
A holiday in Abruzzo National Park is mainly a return to nature in
an insuperable environment. Something that the mountain lovers spontaneously
chose because here they can satisfy their aspirations and find themselves in a
quiet and tonic environment.
