Bominaco

Introduction

A quick scan of Google does not suggest any substantial damage here from the 2009 earthquake. Bominaco seems to have suffered enough over time from previous earthquakes and its churches had to be substantially restored late in the 18th century. Yes, that's an S at the end of 'churches'. This tiny village has two of them!

Sights and Activities

• The castle - some hundred feet above the villages. A dream of a view.
• Santa Maria church - if this 11th century church were the only one in Bominaco it would be well worth the journey to see it. It is one of the best examples of Romanesque architecture in the province.

Bominaco, Abruzzo region

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• Oratorio di San Pellegrino - if this were in Umbria or, certainly, Tuscany you would have to queue for ages to get in - as it is you have a fair chance of having the place to yourself. Dating back to Charlemagne, this is a real gem. Photography of its glorious interior is banned (rightly but heart-breakingly!) but PLEASE see this and this. It might take a while to see the latter but it's well worth it!
• The village - this will only take a few minutes but it's worth seeing.

Events and Festivals

Getting There

By Car

By Bus

A few buses each day from L'Áquila.

Getting Around

By Car

By Public Transport

By Foot

By Bike

Eat and Drink

There is only a tiny snack bar. Picnic recommended.

Sleep

Budget

Mid-Range

Upscale

Keep Connected

Internet

Phone

See also International Telephone Calls

Post

Post Italiane is the national postal services of Italy and has quite an efficient network of postal offices and reliable postal services. Standard letters and postcards (up to 20 grams) cost €0.39 to send within Europe and the Mediterranean countries outside Europe and €0.41 to all other destinations throughout the country. Up to 50 grams, prices start at €0.52 for Europe, €0.62 for other areas. Packages start at €1.55 within Europe, and around €2.50 for other countries. Post office business hours in Italy are from 8:30am to 2:00pm from Monday to Friday, with closing times at Saturday and the last day of the month at 12 noon.