Visit the Rocca Maggiore in Assisi
The Rocca Maggiore is a fortress that stands on a hill above the town Assisi. The castle can be reached from the Piazza del Comune where signs lead you up to the top of the hill. It is quite a climb, however the views make it worthwhile. At the top of this suggestive...
Pozzo di San Patrizio in Orvieto
If you’re in Orvieto, don’t miss the Pozzo di San Patrizio. This 16th-century well is not only an engineering masterpiece but also a magical place that literally and figuratively takes your breath away. Commissioned by Pope Clement VII during a time when the city...
Wine tasting at Tenuta Castelbuono
Tenuta Castelbuono in Bevagna Tenuta Castelbuono is a modern winery in Bevagna where you can participate in a wine tasting but only upon reservation. The modern architecture is in stark contrast with medieval Bevagna. Wine and modern architecture is an interesting...
Experience Montepulciano with a local
Experience Montepulciano’s beauty and traditions during wonderful (online) wine and run experiences. Meet sommelier Sylvia and enjoy the good things Montepulciano has to offer. Virtual Noble Wine Tasting Experience The Virtual Noble Wine Tasting Experience is in...
The best activities in Umbria
Outdoor activity: walking and trekking Umbria has a very diverse landscape from rugged mountains to soft rolling hills dotted with olive trees. An ideal ambience for outside activities. There are three walks we already wrote about that can also be done by a family...
Delicious Spring recipe: risotto with asparagus
Spring It is spring and now that we are all at home, we have a delicious vegetarian recipe for you Risotto agli asparagi or Risotto with asparagus. During spring season in Italy one can find wild asparagus in woods and fields. You need to understand what to look for...
How to get to Umbria
People often ask us “How do I get to Umbria?”. In this blog post, you will find the answer to that question with our personal tips about traffic and public transport in Italy. The region Umbria Umbria is one of the smallest regions in Italy on the border of Tuscany,...
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