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Introducing Sulmona
Hemmed in by brooding mountains, Sulmona is a prosperous little town with a charming medieval core. It’s easily covered in a day although you might want to linger and use it as a base for exploring southern Abruzzo.
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Despite its medieval appearance, Sulmona’s origins predate the Romans. No-one is absolutely sure but tradition holds that it was founded by Solimo, a companion of Aeneas. The poet Ovid was born here in 43 BC, and in the Middle Ages it became an important commercial centre.
Much of Sulmona’s modern wealth is based on the production of confetti – the sugar almonds presented to guests at Italian weddings – and jewellery.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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