Documents dating back to before 1000 AD mention the origins of San Rufo, located almost halfway between Calvanello and Casalvetere. The new village took root at the foot of a high rock which protected it from the rear, leaving only the side overlooking the valley vulnerable to attacks.
Historical records from before 1000 AD mention the origins of San Rufo, situated roughly halfway between Calvanello and Casalvetere. The new village arose at the base of a towering rock that shielded it from attacks coming from behind, leaving only the side facing the valley exposed to potential assaults.