Lettomanoppello is a town and comune

Comune

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in Pescara province, in Abruzzo

Abruzzo

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, central Italy

Italy

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. In Roman

Roman Empire

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 times the area was known for its asphalt mines and later for a white stone that could be carved.

Geography

The town is situated near the Majella National Park

Majella National Park

The Majella National Park is a national park located in the provinces of Chieti, Pescara and L'Aquila, in the region Abruzzo, Italy....

, about 30 minutes away from the city of Pescara. The mountainous region offers sightseeing in the wilderness or on its highest peaks. The elevation stretches from about 300 m above sea level and a road leads right up the top, 2,100 m up. During winter it becomes a spot for skiing and winter sports in the mountains.

The town is commonly called "Lu Lette" and the mountain passages are commonly called "Passe Lanciano" by locals.

History

The history of the current town dates back to the 11th century but was certainly occupied earlier by Romans to excavate asphalt. It is also quarried for its white stone and marble.