San Fedele Spring and Megalithic Walls

The origins of these ancient walls date back to ancient times, when the area of San Fedele may have been involved in the cult of the goddess Mephitis. This theory is supported by the discovery of elements linked to the cult of the goddess, such as a spring associated with sulphurous exhalations in the area, a small column engraved with the inscription ‘Numerio Satrio Stabilione, freedman of Numerius, and Publius Pomponius Salvius, freedman of Publius, made a gift to Mephitis’ and an archaeological find showing a female portrait, now kept in the museum of rural civilisation in San Donato.

The polygonal walls are also considered to be the remains of the walls of Cominium, an ancient Samnite city that was destroyed by the Romans in 293 AD. This archaeological site provides a window into the area’s past, offering visitors the opportunity to admire the ancient walls and learn about the history of the cult of the goddess Mephitis and the city of Cominium.

In addition, a visit to the polygonal walls of San Fedele is a unique and unforgettable experience for lovers of history and archaeology.

This place offers a unique opportunity to discover the roots of local culture and history, surrounded by an unspoilt natural environment.