Monti della Majella – The mother mountain of Abruzzo, between silence and spirituality. The Majella Mountains form one of the most impressive massifs in the Apennines, known for their wild landscapes, rocky peaks, deep valleys and strong connection with man and spirituality. Known as the "Mother Mountain", the Majella is the beating heart of inland Abruzzo, guardian of hermitages, millenary woods and ancient traditions. ⛰️ A stone massif and wonder: The Majella is home to numerous peaks above 2,000 meters (Monte Amaro 2,793 m), spectacular canyons, karst plateaus and hidden caves. A harsh and powerful landscape, where nature dominates and man adapts. 👉 Tip: Climb to Monte Amaro from Fonte Romana: a long but unforgettable hike, between rock, silence and endless views. 🌲 Majella National Park: The entire massif is protected by the Majella National Park, a treasure trove of biodiversity. Wolves, Marsican bears, deer, golden eagles and rare orchids find refuge in the woods, grasslands and gorges of the park. 👉 Tip: Visit one of the park centers (Caramanico, Lama dei Peligni or Sulmona) to discover trails, fauna and naturalistic projects. ⛪ Hermitages and rock spirituality: The Majella is the mountain of hermits: from Celestine V to unknown men who sought silence. The hermitages carved into the rock (San Bartolomeo in Legio, Santo Spirito a Majella, San Giovanni all'Orfento) are destinations full of spirituality and beauty. 👉 Tip: Reach the hermitage of San Bartolomeo da Decontra di Caramanico: an easy walk, through woods and living stone. 🏘️ Villages at the foot of the mountain: Pacentro, Caramanico Terme, Lettomanoppello, Roccamorice, Campo di Giove and Guardiagrele are villages rich in history, stone architecture, natural spas, crafts and culture. Ideal for discovering the most authentic Majella. 👉 Tip: Explore the center of Caramanico Terme and relax in the natural thermal baths after a walk in the Orfento Valley. 🍝 Strong and mountainous flavors: The cuisine of the Majella is rustic and intense: legume soups, homemade pasta, sheep alla callara, arrosticini, fresh ricotta, high-altitude honey and almond desserts. All accompanied by Montepulciano d'Abruzzo or artisanal liqueurs. 👉 Tip: Have lunch in a hut with local products and taste the "cheese under the fig tree", a rarity of the pastoral tradition. 🛌 Sleeping between nature and silence: Farmhouses, refuges, B&Bs in the villages or at high altitudes offer regenerating stays in the woods and starry skies. An ideal place for those seeking detachment, peace and unspoiled nature. 👉 Tip: Choose a night in a refuge with sunrise over the Majella to experience the most evocative awakening in Abruzzo. The Majella is not visited: it is listened to. It is a mountain that speaks to those who know how to stop, breathe and walk with respect.