Inhabitants: 872
Altitude: 545 m above s.l.

Laino Castello rose on the top of a hill in the 7th century. The ruins of the feudal castle and of the walls are still visible. Inside there are precious works, such as a triptych, and a baptismal font that dates back to the 16^th century. Particularly important is St. Theodore’s Church, with the crenellated bell tower and the Byzantine dome. There are numerous historic palaces of great architectural importance: Attademo, Chitarelli, Rocca, De Franco, Palese-Lo Passo, Forastieri. As for nature, there are: Lao river, with the great Gorges, La Destra, and Colle S. Teodoro springs.

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