Norcia in the Umbria Region: Saint Benedict’s Birthplace and So Much More
Located in the Umbria region, Norcia is a town rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. This beautiful village intrigues …
Umbria Hills
Nicknamed the “green heart of Italy”, the central region of Umbria is one of the most beautiful landscapes in the entire country. Lush, green hills roll out before you like tapestries revealing one magical village after another.
Here are some of the best countryside destinations in Umbria:
- Flowering fields of Castelluccio di Norcia (PG)
- Abbeys in the Valnerina Luoghi del Silenzio (PG)
- Ancarano Italic temple archaeolgical site (PG)
- Monte Meraviglia, Cascia (PG)
- Sagrantino Wine Road (Montefalco, PG)
- Trasimeno Hills Wine Road (PG)
- Roman Etruscan Wine Road (Orvieto, Terni)
- Cantico Wine Road (Torgiano, PG)
Umbria in Bloom: The Flower Fields of Castelluccio di Norcia
The Umbria region has always demonstrated its strong bond with nature, deserving the epithet, the “green heart of Italy” and …
The Real Narnia: Narni in Italy’s Umbria Region
If you’re thinking the name Narni reminds you of something, you’re right. The setting of the Chronicles of Narnia is a real …
Spoleto: One of the Most Fabulous Art Cities in Italy
In Umbria, the region lovingly referred to as the “green heart of Italy”, lies the important art city of Spoleto. It …
Visiting the Medieval City of Gubbio in Umbria
And yet again, another fabulous medieval city in the Perugia province of Umbria- Gubbio. From Roman amphitheaters to medieval palaces …
Orvieto: The Magnificent City Rising up from the Rock
Rising up out of the earth like a fictitious kingdom from The Lord of the Rings, Orvieto stands proud and tall. …
The Ancient Umbrian Town of Spello
Spello is a picturesque Umbrian town near the more well-known town of Assisi in the province of Perugia. This medieval town is …
Torgiano: History and Taste
Immersed in the lush, green hills of Umbria just 15 km from Perugia lies Torgiano. The origin of this ancient …
Visiting Assisi in One Day: Beyond a Spiritual Itinerary
A journey to Assisi can be interpreted in different ways, both physical and spiritual. In the case of our traveler, …
