Things to see and do in Molise
For anyone but sheep and shepherds, Molise is literally off the beaten track. Apart from a few cities, habitation is sparse in the inland hills, and Termoli on the coast is mainly a beach stop. Yet there are quite a few interesting sights in this secret and unexplored part of Italy.
Up until 1963 Molise was a part of the plural Abruzzi, but the two southern provinces Isernia and Campobasso were split off making Campobasso capital of Italy’s youngest region.

Termoli Cathedral and a disputed saint
Termoli Cathedral is one of the most beautiful monuments seen in Molise. An Oriental fantasy of arabesque ornaments and the figure of a noseless saint.

What to do in Termoli on the Adriatic Coast?
Termoli in Molise is wide sandy beaches, an active fishing harbour and an old fortified town to explore. Here is our suggestion on what to do in Termoli.

Tuna Carpaccio
This tuna carpaccio with lemon marmalade was inspired by a visit to Termoli, where all the main restaurants excel in fresh fish.

Festivals in the province of Isernia
Folklore and festivals are great ways to experience the local spirit in any part of Italy, which is why I have accumulated this guide to festivals in the province of Isernia.

The Sunken Bell of Termoli
Taking some time out to listen for the ripple of the legendary sunken bell of Termoli that warned fishermen of impending danger.

Sagne Pasta in Tomato Sauce from Chieti
This recipe for pasta in tomato sauce is typical for the ’cucina povera’. Ingredients cost next to nothing, yet there’s a rich taste.

Artisan Woodwork in the centre of Isernia
How a chance encounter in Isernia’s Corso Marcelli opened my eyes to the intricate wonder of artisan woodwork.

Venafro in Molise
Venafro in Molise is an idyllic town with a mythological origin. According to legend it was founded by the Greek superhero Diomedes.

The archaeological layers of Isernia
We didn’t see signs of human activity from the Lower Paleolithic 700.000 years ago, but there are plenty other archaeological layers of Isernia to discover.

Transhumance through Bojano in Molise
Up until the World War II shepherds moved their sheep with the seasons. Their paths have been preserved and one of them runs through Bojano in Molise.

Cardarelli Stone Bridge
Isernia sights: According to Wikipedia one of the main sights in Isernia is the Cardarelli Stone Bride that proved very hard to find.

What to see in Molise
My list of what to see in Molise - one of the least known regions in Italy with proud traditions for bell founding, knife forging and bagpipes.
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