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Best places to visit - Umbertide (Italy) Best places to visit - Slideshows from all over the world - City trips, nature pictures, etc.
Country Roads of Umbria & Tuscany with Insight Travel Director Francesca Bossi
Umbria Travel
Umbria Travel - Italy's green heart, Umbria is a land unto itself, the only Italian region that borders neither the sea nor another country. Removed from outside influences, it has kept alive many of Italy's old-world traditions. You'll see grandmothers in aprons making pasta by hand and front doors that haven't been locked in a century.
Separated from Le Marche by the jagged spine of the Monti Sibillini, it contrasts wild, in-your-face beauty with the gentle fall and rise of overlapping hills and wildflower-flecked meadows. The Etruscans, Romans and medieval feuding families have left their indelible imprint on its pretty hill towns, where history seems to creep up on you on every corner – from the Gothic wonder of Orvieto to Assisi's saintly calling.
Foodies are in their element here, with the rich earthiness of the tartufo (truffle), fine cured meats from Norcia and full-bodied local wines finding their way onto menus.
Enjoy Your Umbria Travel!
A Day at Castello di Reschio in Central Italy | Condé Nast Traveler
Almost three decades ago, Count Antonio Bolza discovered the neglected Reschio estate in central Italy and dreamed up the perfect vacation home. Now, his son Benedikt—who custom-builds second homes across the property’s 1000 acres—lives there full time with his wife and five children.
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A Day at Castello di Reschio in Central Italy | Condé Nast Traveler
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La chiesa di S.Michele Arcangelo a Rocca Pitigliana (BO) Phantom 3 Pro
Diversi storici hanno parlato dell’esistenza, a Rocca Pitigliana, di un castello, del quale purtroppo non resta più alcuna traccia; sua peculiarità erano le gallerie nella roccia, ancora visibili, che conducevano all’interno della fortezza.
Di grande interesse è la chiesa parrocchiale, dedicata a San Michele Arcangelo, che viene ricordata nel 1235, mentre l’attuale risale al 1502 con rifacimenti nel 1695.
Chiesa e campanile fanno corpo unico con un rilievo roccioso, il che conferisce al complesso caratteri di grande suggestione. L’interno, a cui si può accedere anche attraverso un passaggio sul lato destro scavato nella roccia, è ad unica navata con cappelle; interessante è il dipinto del santo titolare posto nell’abside e ritenuto opera di scuola reniana.
A poca distanza si può ammirare la casa-torre di Montefrasco (secoli XV- XVI), recentemente restaurata.
The beautiful town of Perugia Umbria Italy
A very nice town and capital of Umbria region in Italy. See the nice palaces and other monuments. Good cooking on many restaurants.
Pablo Bisquera.
Sinalunga market in Tuscany
Sinalunga has its weekly market on Tuesday. Among other items, you can find fresh produce, porchetta (pork), cheese, clothing, assorted household goods, table cloths. Even if you don't need anything in particular, if you're in the area, it is a fun place to visit! See my blog post on Feeding my Belly in Tuscany at
Umbria and Perugia. Chasing the fairy tail! Waking up in antique room.
Umbria and Perugia highlights.
What to see in Perugia, what to do, secret places to visit and where to find the most beautiful views. Travel tips and most beautiful views, hotel with an amazing birds-eye view, gorgeous photo locations and scenic Instagram spots.
Our local friend took us to the most unforgettable places around Perugia.
Visit a best organic restaurant with a scenic view and have a look inside Brufani Hotel - video room tour and a quick review.
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