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Benevento, city and archiepiscopal see, Campania regione, southern Italy. The city lies on a ridge between the Calore and Sabato rivers, northeast of Naples. It originated as Malies, a town of the Oscans, or Samnites; later known as Maleventum, or Malventum, it was renamed Beneventum by the Romans.
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Jun 15, 2018 · Its unique combination of mountains, ancient ruins, and rural setting lets one absorb the more typical feel of daily life. By Mike Mancini. Explore a hidden gem in Campania, Italy. Find out why you should visit Benevento, Italy that's one of the secret destinations of the region.
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- Museo del Sannio. Explore the history and architecture of Benevento at the Museo del Sannio. Perfect for single travelers and families, this museum is a historical gem in the center of Benevento.
- Chiesa di Santa Sofia. In the square Giacomo Matteotti, the ancient church of Santa Sofia stands as a piece of religious history. A perfect destination for vacationers and historians alike, this church is one of the most important examples of Longobard architecture in the Langobardia Minor.
- Centro Storico di Benevento. The Centro Storico di Benevento, or the Old Town of Benevento, is a section of Benevento that is often populated by tourists thanks to famous city sections like Piazza Duomo and Piazza Orsini, Corso Garibaldi, Trione Triggio, Fravola Wire, Trescene, and Customs Square.
- Arch of Trajan. As a highlight of the Old Town, the Arch of Trajan is a unique structure in Benevento, and is a well-preserved symbol of Roman civilization.
Italy Travel Guide. Campania. Towns in Campania. Benevento is a beautiful city set in a verdant environment and surrounded by the Campanian Apennines, between the rivers Sabato and Calore. According to some sources, the city was founded by the Greek Diomedes after the destruction of Troy.
Where is Benevento? Benevento is situated inland in the hills of the Campania region of south-central Italy and about 50 kilometres north-east of Naples. You can find more local travel ideas in the Campania guide. See also: Hotels in and near Benevento. Map of Benevento and places to visit. Advertisement. Benevento places to visit. Sepino guide.
