Bucchianico (Abruzzo)

Panoramic view of Bucchianico

City of Bucchianico

Bucchianico is a town in the province of Chieti, in the Abruzzo region of Italy. The town is situated on a hill between the river valleys Alento river and Bucchianico Forum, and has a view extending from the Maiella to Adriatico. Its territory is hilly, mainly arable, but with a significant presence of olive groves and vineyards, is profoundly affected by characteristic forms of erosion, gullies.

Abruzzo Highlights

Village
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Nicolas Gentile as a Hobbit
Welcome to the Hobbits’ Shire… of Abruzzo

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True Stories of Buying a Property in Italy
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Buying a Home in Italy: Per caso e per fortuna

In only three months, an Australian couple became the happy homeowners of a house in Abruzzo. Here’s their story.

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Where is Bucchianico

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Best places to stay in Abruzzo

Properties for sale in Abruzzo

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Town house divided into 2 habitable apartments with amazing views and sun terrace. 0
Town - City Home in Civitella Messer Raimondo
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Hill top ruin to build a 300sqm house, with 10,000sqm of land, beautiful views. 0
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Town house with barn and garden and open , beautiful views. 0
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Detached House in Introdacqua
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Nicely renovated apartment on the first floor in a lively, modern part of historic Guardiagrele. 0
Apartment in Guardiagrele
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Recipes From Abruzzo

Recipes
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Pizza Dolce Teramana: Layer Cake Specialty of Abruzzo

This show-stopper of a cake from Abruzzo has three layers of flavored sponge cake and two layers of rich custard for a decadent dessert.

Recipes
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Torcetti (or Ciambelline) al Vino

These ring-shaped cookies, common in central and southern Italy, are made with olive oil and wine...perfect for setting out on the table with coffee or tea when guests drop by! 

 

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Soffione di Ricotta
Soffione di Ricotta

In Abruzzo, the soffione is a traditional Easter dessert, though its growing popularity means you can now find it year-round in many bakeries throughout the region.

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Sagne e Ceci - Pasta with Chickpeas

Legumes form the base for this Abruzzese country-style soup, a humble but delicious dish that uses not only the chickpeas, but also their cooking liquid, leaving nothing to waste.

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Spaghetti alla Farouk
Spaghetti alla Farouk

Named for the deposed king of Egypt who fled to Italy in 1952, Spaghetti alla Farouk is a fanciful curry-laced pasta dish brimming with fresh seafood

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What others are saying about Abruzzo

@msponeman asks:

Any recommendations for a good Geometra in the Capestrano (L'Aquila, Abruzzo) area who speaks English? We are purchasing a house in need of renovation.

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@katiedover2 asks:

Does anyone in Abruzzo have a contact for Fineco bank? My old contact information is no longer valid. Molto grazie !

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@mozart asks:

We are about to get the keys for an apartment within a house near L'Aquila, which is a holiday home for ourselves and family. We do not intend to rent this out.  However we will need the services of a property management when we are not there to pay utility bills etc.

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