We have often written about Todi with its medieval past. Not far from this bustling town are small villages that adorn the green hills. Here you will find the hidden history of Umbria, with ancient castles, ruins and excavations. Such a village is Grutti which belongs...
The winter months are sliding by and unfortunately we are all still in full or partial lockdown. This makes it difficult for us to go out for new blog stories. We have asked for the help of the home owners and in the coming blogs will publish their stories, about...
A while ago, we visited Todi in Umbria during the Archery tournament that takes place each spring. In this blog, we again take you to this quaint medieval town in Umbria and suggest '5 things to do in Todi'. Todi Todi (ancient Tuder) is a small elegant hilltop town...
Near Todi is Monte Castello di Vibio. This small hamlet is on a hill top of 422 meters. It is also called the balcony of Umbria because of its position and unique views of the hills of Umbria and the Tiber valley. Monte Castello di Vibio counts 1600 citizens. The...
Yearly market in Todi On November 11th is a yearly market in Todi on Saint Martins's day. The atmosphere at the yearly market is pleasant and cosy. From the Piazzale della Consolazione in Todi up to the Piazza del Popolo are more than 200 market stalls. The vendors...
It was a lovely sunny autumn day today, we picked olives and generally enjoyed the autumn weather which got me thinking that I'd scroll through my old pictures. Here is an impression of autumn in Umbria through some pictures, recent and less recent but all made in...
Yesterday was a sunny day, perfect weather for a visit the medieval village of Todi where I hadn't been for years. From the Porta Romana we walked up to the centre. It is about 20 minutes walking up hill to get to the centre of town. If you are not particularly fit,...
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