Orvieto Underground: the history and events of the underground city from Etruscan times to the Second World War.
Tag: Architecture
Walking Tour Todi
An elegant and refined city, suspended between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.
Walking Tour of Orvieto
A jewel of art and history perched on an imposing tuff cliff.
Walking Tour Spoleto
Among majestic fortresses, Roman theatres and medieval remains.
Walking Tour of Spello
A picturesque village among flower-lined alleys and ancient Roman remains.
Walking Tour Gubbio
Discovering the city of Ceri, with its steep streets and noble palaces.
Walking Tour Assisi
A journey through spirituality and art, following in the footsteps of Saint Francis and Saint Clare.
Walking Tour Perugia
Among breathtaking views, medieval alleys and important historical monuments.
The Cathedral of Orvieto
The History of a Centuries-old Building Site Origins of the Cathedral of Saint Mary’s Assumption The Cathedral is a sign of the presence of God, as well as of an active and
Saint Peter’s Abbey
The way that starts from the Church of Saint Ercolano, and that in past times led directly to Rome, ends in Borgo Bello, the “Beautiful Suburb,” an area that developed thanks to
The Bridge of Towers
The Bridge of Towers as Was Seen by Goethe In September 1786, the great German poet, J. W. Goethe (1749 – 1832), left for a journey to the discovery of Italy, that would last
The Springs of Clitunno, and the Little Temple
“Now everything is silent”: The Little Temple In 1876 an Italian poet, Giosue Carducci, wrote a famous poem called Alle fonti del Clitunno, “At the Springs of Clitunno” (River).
The Stronghold of Perugia Soldiers
The Rocca dei Perugini Nowadays The powerful Rocca dei Perugini, “Fortress of Perugian (soldiers),” was built along the town walls near Porta Perugina, the town gate toward
Della Corgna Palace
Right in front of the Cathedral, one of the most beautiful lordly mansions in Città della Pieve rises, the Della Corgna Palace. A study on this building cannot make without the
The Roman Theater in Gubbio
South of Gubbio’s Medieval quarters the Guastuglia Plain (pron. goo-ast-oo-Leah) lies, delimited west by the so-called vallum (military defense line), and east by a river called
Piazza Grande (The Main Square)
A Decentralized Center Gubbio rises at the foot of Mount Ingino with a strong self-consciousness. Framed within a luxuriant Nature, rich in woods and trails, it is considered one
Palace of Consuls
A Giant in the Square The Palace of Consuls (Palazzo dei Consoli), built in the years 1332-49, rises dramatically on the background of Piazza Grande, the Main Square. It is more
The Ducal Palace
At the Court of the Duke of Urbino
The Ducal Palace was built by decision of Federico da Montefeltro in a town area called Corte Vecchia (the Old Court) – right in front of the
A Fountain for an Aqueduct
The Fontana Maggiore, a gem of Gothic sculpture The Fontana Maggiore (Great Fountain) is the sculptural symbol of Perugia. It was built in 1278 to celebrate the completion of a
The Saint Lawrence “Island” – Perugia
The Saint Lawrence “Island”: the ancient district, heart of Perugia since Etruscans. It includes Perugia Underground, the Chapter Museum and the Cathedral.
The Etruscan Arch, the Town Walls
Perugia was one of the main Etruscan towns. Its external walls, dating back to the third century BC (with some older, fourth century parts), still witness the importance the town
Moro’s Tower, Palace of the Seven, People’s Palace
The Tower A Central Role in the Town The Medieval tower is among the buildings that stand out in Orvieto’s skyline, together with the imposing Cathedral. The tower will remain
The Well of Saint Patrick
Antonio da Sangallo, a Brilliant Engineer On the edge of the Orvieto Cliff there is a small square in which only a cylindrical building exists, apparently quite anonymous. This
The Albornoz Fortress in Orvieto
From Freedom to Being Dominated During the Middle Ages, Orvieto enjoyed a long period of welfare and independence as a “free Commune” – its rulers being autonomous from the
The Cattedrale di San Rufino in Assisi
Located in the highest part of the city, the Cathedral, dedicated to Bishop Rufino, is one of the most harmonious and evocative Romanesque churches in Umbria.
The Rocca of Assisi
The Rocca Maggiore and Rocca Minore dominate the skyline of Assisi, ancient medieval bastions that once guarded the city and are now fascinating monuments.
Piazza del Comune in Assisi
The hub of the ancient, medieval and modern city, Piazza del Comune brings together buildings and monuments from different eras that coexist in perfect harmony. Here, life flows
The Basilica di San Francesco in Assisi
The complex of the Basilica of St. Francis is the spiritual heart of Assisi and stands out as one of the most extraordinary historical and artistic complexes in the world, a
The Palace of Priors
A Town Symbol The Palace of Priors is undoubtedly one of the most important buildings in Perugia, beside being a masterpiece in Gothic style. Its structure develops partly along
The Rocca Paolina – Perugia
The Intriguing Story of a Fortress In Perugia’s old town center, at the southern end of Corso Vannucci (Main Street) there is an area with flowerbeds, benches, and fountains,
Perugia Underground – The Archaeological Area
Perugia Underground: archaeological area beneath the Cathedral of San Lorenzo and evolution of the acropolis over more than 25 centuries.