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 Villages
The “green heart of Italy” is one of the best places to go on an adventure to discover its hidden villages in the hills, one more beautiful than the next.
Some of the most beautiful villages in Umbria are:
Why You Should Visit Montefalco Along the Sagrantino Wine Road in Umbria
Just 45 minutes south of the Umbrian art city of Perugia, lies the charming hilltop village of Montefalco. As you …
Orvieto’s Duomo: Literally, Breathtaking
When describing Italy’s wonders, whether natural or manmade, it is common to use the term breathtaking. In fact, one could …
Assisi: 2,000 Years in a Weekend
Lying on the buttresses of Mount Subasio, in the Umbria-Marche Apennines, the city of Assisi is one of the most …
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 …
Rasiglia: Umbria’s “Little Venice”
The fairy tale hamlet of Rasiglia is known as “Little Venice” for its freshwater canals that flow through the cobblestone …
Torgiano: History and Taste
Immersed in the lush, green hills of Umbria just 15 km from Perugia lies Torgiano. The origin of this ancient …
