Citerna is a place to experience piano piano, slowly, without rushing. This picturesque village on the border between Umbria and Tuscany is officially one of the Borghi più belli d’Italia, and it’s not hard to see why. Citerna charms visitors with its medieval...
Are you spending your holiday in Umbria and wondering about the best things to do in Perugia? This exceptional exhibition is the perfect reason to visit Perugia, the capital of Umbria. Until 27 September, you can admire Vincent van Gogh's world-famous painting...
Many travellers exploring Umbria head straight for the region's famous hill towns, often overlooking Foligno. That is a shame, because this lively city has a character all of its own. From elegant piazzas and Renaissance palaces to one of Italy's most unusual...
In the north of Umbria lies the surprisingly beautiful Montone: a small but special village that proudly belongs to I Borghi più belli d’Italia and has been awarded the Bandiera Arancione. Two quality labels that already say a lot about how authentic, welcoming and...
Until January 11th, 2026, more than a hundred works by Banksy are on display at one of Umbria’s most breathtaking spots: La Rocca Maggiore in Assisi. This medieval fortress, perched atop a high hill overlooking the town, not only provides a dramatic backdrop for the...
Fancy a holiday day with a bit of everything Italian – lakeside promenades, a glass of local wine, sweeping views, and a medieval fortress towering above you? Then head to Passignano sul Trasimeno, one of Umbria’s gems that truly has it all: a shimmering lake, an...
The Three Ages of Life, a masterpiece by Gustav Klimt in Perugia Until September 15, 2024, the Galleria Nazionale dell'Umbria in Perugia is hosting one of Klimt's greatest masterpieces, “The Three Ages of Woman”, an exceptional loan from the Galleria Nazionale d'Arte...
Borghi più belli: Montefalco in Umbria Montefalco, like a watchful falcon, towers high above the Umbrian hills. In the core of the province of Perugia, this picturesque village awaits your visit. Are you a wine connoisseur, do you have a historical heart or do you...
Città di Castello is a lovely little town in the North of Umbria. We visited this town on several occasions. It has a pleasant city centre, with some good restaurants and markets. On the third Sunday of the month, for instance, there is a flea and antique market in...
Carsulae The Roman city Carsulae was founded along the Via Flaminia in the time of the Roman Emperors. The construction of the Via Flaminia took place around 220 B.c. and one thinks that Carsulae’s growth took place in that period as well. Carsulae had a...
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