Mafalda, Province of Campobasso, Molise
A place of large emigration, especially towards the Argentinian province of Mar del Plata, where there is today a very active association of Mafaldesi. There is still the ancient tradition of tombolo lace among the elderly women of the place.
Info
- Altitude: 459 m a.s.l
- Territory: hilly, along the coastline
- Population: about 1500 inhabitants
- Zip/postal code: 86030
- Dialing Area Code: +39 0875
- Patron Saint: St. Valentino, celebrated on 17 September.
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History
Recorded in the 12th century with the name of Trespaldum, was in the course of the centuries under the Piscielli, Caracciolo and finally Coppola families.
What to see
- Sanctuary of the Virgin Mary, on the Teglia Mountain.
- The Palazzo Iuliani
- The church of Sant'Andrea.