The National Park of Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise is one of the largest and most important parks in Italy. Founded in 1923 the park is often known as the National Park of Abruzzo, mostly because most of the land is part of the Abruzzo region. The headquarters of the park is located in Pescasseroli in the L'Aquila province.
Agnone is a town and commune located in the Molise region of Italy in the province of Isernia. The town is spread over an area of 96 sq km and has a population of close to 5600. Agnone is mostly known for manufacturing of bells, the famous manufacturer being the Marinelli bell foundry.
Agnone is a pretty town located on a hill top and is close to the Verrino River. According to scholars, the area was inhabited from Pre-Roman times and several ruins dating back to that age can still be seen in the region. In the middle ages the town flourished because of its many crafts like bell making, gold jewelry and watches.
As you navigate your way through the countryside there are many smaller towns and villages that you will come across in your journeys. Each locale has its own special charm with the ability to make you feel as if you were inserted into a living postcard.
If you are looking for something quiet and quaint, a little rest and relaxation, yet still with the opportunity to take what is best about Italy, than a trip to Campobasso should be included in your itinerary. It is located in the Molise region of the country, which sits in the south eastern area bordering the Adriatic to the east, the Abruzzo region to the north and the Apulia region to the south. Campobasso is the capital of the Molise region and of the province of Campobasso.
The mountainous and sparsely populated region of Molise has only been recognized since 1963. Before this, Molise was an isolated province of Abruzzi. Today this otherwise forgotten region is bordered by Abruzzi on the north, Lazio to the west, Campania and Apulia to the south and east. To the northeast, Molise has a small coastline bordering the Adriatic. Thus far, it seems that both tourists as well as Italians have neglected Molise, but there are many sites nestled in the mountains that are worth visiting. Molise is home to beautiful abbeys, churches and castles as well as impressive ancient ruins far off the tourist track.
