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...
Narni, in Latin language Narnia, is a town close to Terni in the south of Umbria. It is the geographic center of Italy, located high on a mountain overlooking the valley where Terni is situated. There are lots of forests surrounding the town and the name immediately...
Orvieto is one of these towns you do not want to miss when you are on holiday in Umbria. This gorgeous city is located on a plateau of volcanic tuff and has an incredible history and amazing foods and wines. The Duomo in Orvieto is one of the most beautiful gothic...
There's a lot to see and do in Umbria. Every city or village has its own charm and beauty. The green region has a long cultural heritage and authentic local cuisine. Surely visitors will not be disappointed travelling in Umbria. Based on our own experiences, we have...
The Marmore Falls in Terni The Marmore Falls, Cascata delle Marmore, are situated in the Valnerina near the town of Terni. The total height of the waterfall is about 165 m. This park is used by men and women, young and old. It yearly attracts quite a number of...
Terni is in the southern part of Umbria. It is the smaller of the two provinces in the region Umbria and a modern, dynamic city, rebuilt after the Second World War. Terni now is a culinary destination with many trendy bars and restaurants. The busiest area is Via...
As most of you know the earthquake on October 30, 2016 caused a lot of damages in Norcia and many surrounding villages in the Sibillini mountains. One of these is Castelluccio di Norcia, a small mountain village at an altitude of 1400m at the foot of the Vettore...
Every year at the beginning of May is the Corsa all’Anello in Narni. It is a medieval festival dating back to 1371 and walking around here, actually feels like going back to the middle ages. A must see when you're in Umbria in May. The three districts, Fraporta, Santa...
To me the Valnerina is Umbria's greenest heart. The wild and rugged scenery in the Nera River Park, the tiny hilltop villages, the open views, the grazing cows on the fields and the green forests. This area is incomparable with other parts of Umbria. Unfortunately I...
Cascata delle Marmore It is a few months ago that we visited the Cascata delle Marmore, an impressive waterfall near Terni in the South of Umbria. The Cascata delle Marmore in Terni is 165 meters high and is the highest in Europe. When you hear the siren, three times...
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