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St. Stephen's Hill, “Medieval Village” Yellow Trail”

Atina, Collina di S. Stefano Yellow Route - Medieval Village The junction point between the red route (Madonnella) and the yellow route is at the top of the first level of the hill (550 mlm), where an entrance gate to the pre-Roman city was probably located, along the circuit of the cyclopean walls.

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History of Atina

The ancient village of Atina stands in a dominant position, close to the Meta mountain range, in the heart of the Mainarde Mountains, in the upper Melfa Valley, the Comino Valley. Origins and legend There are various opinions on the origin of the name. Those who believe it was founded by Saturnus (Saturnus in Latin, Cronos in Greek), believe that he [...].