Quindici
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Quindici is a town (municipality) in the province of Avellino, Campania, Italy. The town has a population of slightly more than 3,000. The town's origins are ancient and unknown. There is a local legend that states that the town was founded by fifteen deserters of Barbarossa's army during the middle ages. This legend is completely unfounded. Acheological evidence suggests that human settlements in the area date back to pre-roman times. The principal church is that of "Maria S.S. Delle Grazie" (Our Lady Of Grace). She is also the patron saint of the town. San Sebastiano (St. Sebastian) is also venerated. There are many immigrant families from Quindici who settled in the North Eastern area of the United States, especially to the New Jersey towns of Hoboken, Patterson, and Springfield. There is also a significant population of Quindicese living in Connecticut.
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