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Travel in Umbria Italy

 

Do you want to visit a fascinating place in Italy that is full of history and culture? Travel to Umbria and you will be able to enjoy the best that Italian life has to offer. You can enjoy outdoor sports in an attractive setting, holiday breaks in a peaceful destination, as well as be attracted to its cultural and artistic heritage.

Umbria is located between Le Marche and Tuscany. It is in Italy's geographical center and its capital is Perugia (founded by the Etruscans). Just a few meters west of the capital city you will find Lake Trasimeno, the largest body of water in the area. Then, south of the lake are houses that are built with terracotta bricks instead of stone. This gives a unique look to the countryside. In between the Tuscan towns of Arezzo, Cortona and the Tiber valley, there is a wide area of wooded hills. The hills are covered with plenty of evergreen oak, which is the reason why Umbria is called "green heart" in the whole of Italy.

Sports oriented visitors will find a lot of activities in Monte Vettore (which is near Norcia), and Monte Cucco (which is above Gubbio) - these are areas for hand-gliding fanatics. You can also watch the Arab Horse Endurance competition which is held once a year. Or if you love kayaking or white water rafting you can head for Val Nerina (which is near Spoleto). You can also enjoy, winter skiing, pony trekking, nature and bird watching, country walking, and golf almost everywhere.

For art enthusiasts, you can go to the National Gallery in Umbria, with a great collection of paintings by Pinturicchio, Piero della Francesca, Fra Angelico, Gentile da Fabriano, Giotto, and Duccio. In the south, Citta della Pieve was the birthplace of the Umbrian painter Pietro Vannucci - who is also known as "Il Perugino." The Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi is a very famous tourist spot.

You will find plenty of good wine and food in Umbria. Taste smoked and fresh trout, as well as truffles in Val Nerina. Every autumn, wild boar's meat is turned into sausages and prosciutto. Also, Grechetto white wine and Montefalco red wine has an international reputation to be one of the best. All over the region, you will find plenty of olives growing - which is why Umbrian olive oil is widely recognized for its delicate flavor and low acidity.

Because of all this, it is no wonder why a sizeable population of holiday foreigners and residents are now living alongside hospitable and genial Umbrians. So the next time you travel, visit Umbria for a different yet memorable experience.

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Assisi 

Assisi is the ideal destination for pilgrims, tourists or passengers. It was the birthplace of St. Francis, the patron of Italy and it brings the typical charm of a city to discover.

A deep sense of mysticism and spirituality makes unique these places where the remains of the Saint are preserved. Assisi is a dynamic city that combines together the religious interest and the artistic riches.

The Basilica, in gothic style, maintains the extraordinary allegorical frescoes, painted by Giotto, known not only in Italy but throughout the world.

Assisi Photos 

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Amelia 

Amelia is an ancient city whose origins are lost in legend. Its birth dates from the sixth century BC and it's built entirely in cyclopean walls of considerable interest. Over the centuries it profitted by Roman and Medieval impact. Built on a rocky hill, Amelia dominates huge expanses of oaks and olive trees, continually exposed to the evocative sound of the "Tevere" River that flows at its foot.

Amelia Photos 

Amelia, Umbria, Italy by Szymon Nitka

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Amelia, Umbria, Italy by Szymon Nitka

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Farm holiday in Piana delle Selve, between Giove and Amelia (Umbria, Italy)

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Spoleto 

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Particular place on the slopes of the hill Sant'Elia, where Spoleto is immersed in a fairytale and piebald landscape that offers an extraordinary glance among the scenic forests of ilex, the expanses valleys and the impetuous streams.
It has a medieval structure and typical elements that reflect the Roman, Lombard and Carolingian influences. Surrounded by a mystical and spiritual atmosphere, Spoleto offers a variety of cultural and natural interests, for a holiday marked by art, traditions and relaxation.

Spoleto is a remarkable location and an attractive holiday destination to visit at any time of the year. However, around the end of June to the middle of July, Spoleto puts on a showcase to the world in the form of the Festival dei Due Mondi (Festival of the two Worlds).

Another attraction in Spoleto that may cause a higher demand for accommodation is during the opera season that generally takes place in September. The Teatro Lirico Sperimentale, formed in 1947 by Adriano Belli, is a competition where new and upcoming opera students get a chance to showcase their talent.

ACCOMMODATION: apartments in Spoleto

Spoleto Photos 

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PERUGIA 

Perugia, by Roman origins, is situated on a hilly acropolis and it is unique for its Etruscan - Medieval plant. Medieval walls and bastions formed by squared boulders surround it Its square is well-known as one of the most beautiful in Italy. This includes the Palazzo dei Priori, the Cathedral and the Fontana Maggiore, enriched by beautiful sculptural decoration of Nicola and Giovanni Pisano. Perugia is a dynamic city in the Umbrian territory.

Many events make unique and particular each holiday as the Eurochocolate in October.

Perugia also hosts one of Europe's largest jazz festivals in early July: UMBRIA JAZZ.

Apartments in Perugia for rents

Perugia Photos 

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Umbria Stuff on Amazon 

The Lady in the Palazzo: At Home in Umbria

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Walking and Eating in Tuscany and Umbria: Revised Edition (Walking and Eating in Tuscany and Umbria)

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The Unofficial Guide to Central Italy: Florence, Rome, Tuscany & Umbria (Unofficial Guides)

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Umbria Stuff on eBay 

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Reader Feedback 

KimGiancaterino

Welcome to All Things Travel. I just watched "My House in Umbria." Lovely scenery!

Posted April 29, 2008

rms

Umbria sounds lovely!

Posted April 28, 2008

KimGiancaterino

Umbria looks beautiful. Welcome to Italy Headquarters.

Posted April 25, 2008

umbrian-guy

Thank for these information on Umbria!

Posted April 24, 2008

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