Avellino is a city in the Campania region of Italy.
- Abellinum. The remains of the ancient Samnite city.
- Avellino Cathedral. A Romanesque cathedral with later alterations.
Abellinum. The remains of the ancient Samnite city.
Avellino Cathedral. A Romanesque cathedral with later alterations.
Irpinia (the "wolf land") is the green mountainous district around Avellino, with a number of medieval towns and picturesque sights. Ariano Irpino upon Tricolle (the "three hills") is the largest town, known for its ancient majolica and typical cuisine; here King Roger II the Norman held in 1140 the Assizes of Ariano, and nowadays there are several historical monuments, museums and parks.