Transhumance is an ancient pastoral practice linked to the seasonal migration of livestock along the “tratturi” (a network of herd paths stretching over 3,000 kilometers across Abruzzo, Molise, Campania, Basilicata and Apulia), in search of regions with milder climates better suited to grazing.
This recognition pays tribute to ancient traditions, as well as to the sacrifice, passion and deep connection to the land that transhumance embodies. It is also a celebration of the enduring values preserved through this way of life.
Although the UNESCO recognition encompasses Italy as a whole, among the symbolic places of transhumance are the Campanian municipalities of Zungoli and Lacedonia.
“Transhumance must be protected as a strong cultural event capable of strengthening the ties between those who practiced it and the countries crossed.”
With the inscription of the transhumance into the UNESCO Lists of Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2019, Campania became the Italian region with the highest number of sites and elements recognized by UNESCO both tangible and intangible.
Main points of interest
Historic centre of Zungoli
Castello dei Susanna, Zungoli
