The Specchia Silva and the Menhir Sajetti in Taurisano represent the most ancient historical evidence which has been unchanged over the time.
Specchia Silva is a large mound of stones, 10 metres high. The scholars say that until the end of the 19th century was three times higher. The stones which form it were indeed used to produce lime. The specchia was probably a lookout of a larger area.
Another ancient evidence of stone is the Menhir Sajetti, of which only the upper part is still visible, with a cross and a hole at the top. It was discovered in the 80s in contrada Saglietti and then moved inside the courtyard of the middle school of the town.
Events nearby
In the coming days, within 15 km.
Beyond The Wall
Crafts and contemporary art dialogue in the spaces of Parabita.
Volare - Reading Workshop
Reading and dialogue sessions in Collepasso with writers and young readers for the Volare project.
Karaoke
Karaoke night at Bar da Sasi to sing together.
L’asino fofo
Launch of the book "L’asino Fofo" with the author and illustrator at Libreria Idrusa.
Pumpkin Park Autumn Festival
Autumn event moves to Surano with workshops, live music, and a funfair.
Fuoribordo
Educational project for kids exploring body and self-awareness, challenging stereotypes through art.
More places nearby
Castles, towers and palacesDucal Palace of TaurisanoThe Ducal Palace stands on the remains of an ancient fortress and shows
signs of the centuries in the various architectural details. Taurisano very close
Churches and cryptsThe Crypt of San MarcoThe ancient Crypt of San Marco represents the centerpiece of the Carmine
Church, at the heart of Ruffano’s old town. Ruffano 4.1 km away
Castles, towers and palacesCastello BrancaccioBrancaccio Castle stands in the characteristics Piazza San Francesco and
boasts an elegant external loggia that led to the adjacent parish church. Ruffano 4.1 km away
Churches and cryptsChiesa MatriceDedicated to the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother Church of
Ruffano is a treasure chest of immense riches. Ruffano 4.2 km away
Churches and cryptsThe Crypt of CrocefissoLocated on top of the sierra of Casarano, the crypt of Crocefisso is a
natural cave converted into a house of worship by the Byzantines. Ruffano 4.8 km away
Churches and cryptsCrypt of the Crucified ChristRupestrian church carved out of the rock; contains amazing frescoes and
echoes of Byzantine culture. Ugento 5.3 km away