Chieti

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Chieti is a town located on a high plain, just 15 kilometers from the Adriatic sea. It is situated between the Alento torrent and the Pescara Valley, offering beautiful panoramic views of the Gran Sasso, the Maiella, and the hills that lead towards the sea.

The province of Chieti is predominantly a hilly and mountainous area, located between the Adriatic sea to the east and the Maiella chain to the northwest. The region is extensively cultivated with olive trees and vineyards, producing celebrated wines and extra-virgin olive oil. Historically, the province was called "Citeriore," as it was situated to the right of the Pescara river and was referred to as "citra" in Latin, meaning "this side" with reference to Naples, the capital of the kingdom. The Pescara river separated it from the province of Teramo, the Apennine Mountains from the province of L'Aquila, and the right shore of the Sangro and the Valicella of the Varrino from Molise. The territory includes mountainous features, the group of the Maiella, and 72 km of steep and rocky coast, along the Adriatic sea.

Chieti is home to numerous important works of architecture, including the gothic portals of the Churches of S. Antonio Abate, S. Chiara, S. Francesco al Corso, and S. Domenico. Among the non-religious buildings of note, there are several fine palazzi such as Palazzo Marinetti-Bianchi, the Collegio degli Scolopi, and Palazzo Majo.

Chieti also houses several important historical archives, including those of the county council, the state, and the archbishopric. The town boasts three museums of significant interest: the National Archaeological Museum, The Museum of Civitella, and the C. Barbella Art Museum.

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Chieti Through Our Eyes

Photographed during our own travels and research, these images follow the journey through Chieti, from the first view of the landscape to the small details that give the place its character.

Chieti, Abruzzo Baroque inspired Architecture

View of country Bucchianico and cultivated hills surrounding

View of rural village of Roccascalegna, dominated by his castle

Ortona (Chieti, Abruzzi, Italy), the coast of Adriatic sea

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Costa dei trabocchi - Trabocchi Coast

Gran Sasso National Park Abruzzo Region Italy

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