During the 12th century it became the seat of a diocese that, in 1818, came under the perpetual administration of the Archbishop of Salerno.
Damage was suffered from earthquakes in 1694, 1853, 1905, 1910, 1980, and 1984.
Points of Interest:
Monuments:
Museums:
Churches (& other religious sites):
The principal monument is the Baroque Cathedral of S. Matteo, or S. Donato. Founded in 1444, it has undergone several reconstructions. There is an interesting campanile which combines several different styles. In the presbytery are four paintings of the Evangelists, created by Pallante in 1797.
Another interesting religious monument is the church of the Madonna delle Grazie.
Culture:
Festivals/Feasts/Events:
Carnevale Picentino- August.
Sagra della castagna (Feast of the Chestnut)- 1st Sunday in November.