Sala Consilina is the most important city of the Vallo di Diano. During the Saracen invasions, the population moved to the hills, where the remains of a large defensive castle are still visible.
The 17th century represents the moment of social and economic development. in fact many chapels, churches and noble palaces were built during this period.
Try the local traditional cuisine: pizzicoccu, a cake made of eggs, pizzas (pizzi chijne), and typical produce such as mozzarella, cheeses and vegetables.