Many of its landmarks, including the Church of San Salvatore, were heavily damaged during the October 2016 Central Italy earthquakes.

Over time, the castle was abandoned and only the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie [it] was left standing.

[2] A number of buildings in the village were destroyed during the October 2016 Central Italy earthquakes,[3] including the Churches of San Salvatore and Santa Maria delle Grazie.

It has an elevation of 711 m (2,333 ft) above sea level, and it is spread over a syncline opposite the Monti Sibillini National Park.

The area is also known for its black truffles (Italian: tartufo nero di Norcia) and industrial activity relating to the preparation of cured meats, particularly the IGP ham [it].