This year was the 25th edition of Eurochocolate in Perugia, its silver anniversary. Eurochocolate is a free food event and is one of the most important chocolate events of Italy! The main attraction of this year was on the centre stage of the Piazza IV Novembre: a...
La Festa della Cipolla in Cannara is a big food event at the end of the Umbrian summer. It has become quite famous among Italians who travel far to participate. The small village of Cannara is situated in the valley not far from the famous town of Assisi and near the...
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...
Many people know the famous caves of Frasassi in the Marche. These are impressive caves visited by many tourists during their holiday in the Marche or in Umbria. Not many people know that also Umbria has some beautiful caves: the caves of Monte Cucco. The mountain...
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...
Perugia is a lovely city with many cosy squares and tiny alleyways. It is the chocolate-capital of Umbria. In the historical centre you can't miss the antique churches, parks and medieval buildings with nice boutiques, good coffee bars and many shops. Perugia houses...
Montefalco Montefalco “Mount of the Falcon” is a town of churches and convents. This hamlet is situated 11 km north west from Foligno and is perched on a hill top, boasting magnificent views over the green hills. Montefalco is also known as the balcony of Umbria....
There are a lot of wonderful places to visit when you’re on a holiday in Umbria. If you’re staying in Perugia or around the Trasimeno Lake even a visit to Siena in Tuscany is quite easy to organise. Siena is one of the most wonderful villages in Tuscany with many good...
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...
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...
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