Between the Maiella and Mount Porrara rocks rich in fish fossils were found, the first discovery of this kind in the Appennines. The fossils date back to 8 million years ago. Also a small mammal, bamboo and plant species. A special meeting next Sunday of the Società italiana di geologia ambientale (Sigea) in Palena, and a project for a paleontological museum in the restored castle.

"Provincia di Chieti: Segni di civiltà", was published in 3000 copies in the volume format, and in a smaller edition by journal "Italia turistica"