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At The Table of Princess Constance, Teggiano days 11-12-13 August

In 1480 Antonello Sanseverino, Prince of Salerno and Lord of Diano wife Constance, daughter of Federico da Montefeltro, the great Duke of Urbino. In memory of this event, and to relive the splendor and magnificence, the Pro Loco of Teggiano (SA), every year, organizes this medieval festival in mid-August. It is a unique opportunity to enjoy all the artistic and cultural heritage of Teggiano seen that in all the monuments, at the same time opened for the occasion, guided tours are possible. Accompanied by drummers and flag bearers, cheered by the sound melodious and catchy musicians, distracted by the various shows put on by many jugglers, minstrels, fire-eaters can enjoy, along the predetermined route specifically, the delights of dishes expertly prepared in the Taverne.

Between the historic towns of the Province of Salerno, Teggiano (d. 635 m asl) is certainly one that has best preserved its ancient appearance of stronghold and it is with this aspect that is presented to those who reach its historical center. In medieval times the then Diano has played a leading role in the history of Vallo di Diano. In fact, the powerful Sanseverino family built the castle and chose it as a stronghold where they can escape in case of danger. There Antonello Sanseverino, Prince of Salerno and Lord of the State of Diano, along with many other landowners in the area, he hatched the conspiracy of the barons, a sort of tax revolt against the King of Naples Federico d'Aragona and ended in 1487 with the agreement between the parties.

The event is held in the days 11-12-13 August.