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History and abbey
Founded by Florens monks in the 12th century, San Giovanni in Fiore preserves the Florense Abbey and a historic centre with alleys, churches and craft traditions.
Florense Abbey History Old town
Services and local life
Shops, pharmacies, hospital and offices make San Giovanni the practical hub for stays in Lorica, Camigliatello or plateau villages. Markets and festivals fill the local calendar.
Services Markets Crafts
Towards the plateau
From here you reach Lorica and Lake Arvo, Camigliatello, Cupone and National Park trails. San Giovanni is the gateway to Sila from Cosenza or the Ionian coast.
Lorica Lake Arvo National Park
Practical information
- Where
- San Giovanni in Fiore (CS) — Sila area
- Getting there
- SS107 Silana di Cariati, links from Cosenza and the Ionian coast
- Highlights
- Florense Abbey, historic centre, Sila ecology museum
- Ideal for
- Culture, essential services, base for exploring Sila