Located
in a dreamy place in the valley where the Vella
and the Gizio river converge, Sulmona delights
all visitors with its history and its spectacular
views. Located 66 kilometers from the L’
Aquila city, Sulmona is the principal center
of the Peligna Valle.
With
25,000 residents, Sulmona is known as the un-lost
Villa (small town). Thousands of tourist flock
to Sulmona weekly because of its popularity
as a quaint town with friendly and warm residents.
Some significant spots include the d´Abruzzo,
della Maiella, the Big Sasso Monti della Laga
and Sirente-Velino.
The
city is 405 meter above sea level, and never
fails to impress with its stunning views of
the Apeninos with the Big Sasso d´Italia
as backdrop of the city.
The
Garibaldi Square is the focal meeting point
before every large event, like the World Championships,
that shakes the city out of its sleepy-town
mode. The Skating SISAL EuroCup is held in Sulmona
annually. The national parks are not to be missed
when one is visiting Sulmona.
Sulmona
is located 180 kilometers from Rome.