Gissi

Gissi is a town and comune located in the Province of Chieti, Abruzzo, Italy.
It is bordered by two tributaries of the Sinello River and is surrounded by vineyards and olive groves.
History
Gissi has been populated since prehistoric times. In the 12th century it was under the influence of the D'Avalos family.
Main sights
The Palazzo Carunchio and the ruins of the Castle are exemplary of the town's buildings, balconies, and alleys. Built in the 19th century, the Palazzo Carunchio now serves as the Town Hall, and houses the town's administrative offices. The town has other fine examples of palazzi from the 18th and 19th centuries, adorned with fine architectural details. Also notable is that many Gissi homes are covered with gesso, a material obtained from nearby caves and hills.
The Church of Santa Maria Assunta is Gissi's oldest church, which was remodeled in 1955. Inside, it houses silver crosses...