{"id":337190,"date":"2025-01-31T13:50:32","date_gmt":"2025-01-31T12:50:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.e-borghi.com\/?post_type=what-to-see&p=337190"},"modified":"2026-01-28T15:47:29","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T14:47:29","slug":"monastery-of-st-elias-the-elder-in-curinga","status":"publish","type":"what-to-see","link":"https:\/\/www.e-borghi.com\/en\/what-to-see\/monastery-of-st-elias-the-elder-in-curinga\/","title":{"rendered":"Monastery of St. Elias the Elder"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Monastery of St. Elias the Elder, in Curinga,<\/strong><\/a> in the province of Catanzaro, embodies an important historical and cultural testimony of Calabria. Its origin probably dates back to the year 1000, as attested by a document of Robert Guiscard, who ceded the hermitage to the Benedictine Abbey of St. Euphemia. This place was founded by Eastern monks, the Basilians, who sought refuge and safety in a time of conflict. The first official mention of the monastery occurs in 1493 through a bull by Pope Alexander VI Borgia, followed by its transformation in 1632 into a Carmelite Reform convent of Monte Santo, although the monks abandoned it in 1662.<\/p>\n

The remains of the monastery, brought to light through archaeological excavations in 1991, reveal a complex floor plan consisting of 13 rooms, including the prior’s cell, a wide central corridor and the chapel of St. Elijah, which preserves the remains of an altar. The architecture of the monastery is characterized by the presence of a perfectly preserved apse, with a square base and a Byzantine dome, highlighting its spiritual importance. The structures are plastered on the inside, while on the outside one can admire the craftsmanship of the stonework.<\/p>\n

The Monastery of St. Elias the Elder is not only a place of worship, but also a cultural and social center that helped organize the agricultural life of the local community. Excavations have also revealed burials dating from 1700-1800, including a murdered woman, raising questions about the life and burial practices of the time.<\/p>\n

Today, the monastery is in an abandoned state, but in good condition. Surrounded by a green meadow and pine forest, it represents an invaluable cultural heritage that deserves to be enhanced and known. Its beauty and history make it a fascinating destination for those who wish to explore the historical roots of Calabria.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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