SOUTHERN/CENTRE UMBRIA
In Umbria, a region that has gained a name for being the green heart of
Italy, tourism is growing because of the unfamiliar harmony between
nature, antiquities, historic centres and culture. The quiet of the
countryside, good provisions and an inimitable cuisine are the great
draw. This region is less touristy than Tuscany and this is
especially appreciated by many tourists.
Southern/centre Umbria
forms an ideal starting point for enjoying the peace of the surrounding
hilly and mountainous landscape and on the other hand making trips to
beautifull towns like Todi, Orvieto, Narni, Spoleto, Perugia, Gubbio,
Assisi. There are also numerous charming little villages – many of
medieval origin - as Amelia, Labro, Spello, Norcia, Bevagna, Montefalco
to visit. In many towns and villages you can taste local dishes or buy
local wines and olive oil (generally of excellent quality). You can also
easily visit – in day trips - famous towns and charming villages in the
southern part of Tuscany such as Siena, Arezzo, San Giminiano, Pienza,
Cortona, Sinalunga, etc. Many tourists visit also Rome from here
(without staying in the city which is very hot in summer) once or more
times. It is possible to go by car (journey of 1h-1h30) or by train from
the stations of: Terni, Narni-Amelia, Orte & Orvieto.
We
must not forget the mountains with some splendid woods, e.g. Terminillo
(up to 2000 metres by car). In around 1 hour it is possible to reach the
shimmering lakes of Bracciano, Vico, Piediluco, Bolsena and Trasimeno.
The Mediterranean Sea (mostly sand beaches) situated between Tarquinia
and Chiarone are 90-120 Kms away (around 1h20-1h40 driving). Near the
city of Terni you can also visit the Marmore falls (165 meters, one of
the highest of Europe), there is nearby also a
rafting/canoeing/hydrospeed center.
ABOUT LAZIO
Lazio has a rich
historic and natural heritage which, together with a mild and sunny
climate for most of the year and a tradition of simple and wholesome
food, makes it one of the most interesting regions of Italy. In addition
to the magnificent city of Rome we advice to visit the nearby lake of
Bracciano, renaissance mansions such as Palazzo Farnese in Caprarola, Villa
d'Este in Tivoli without forgetting the Roman ruins of Villa Adriana.
The lake of Bracciano has 3 charming villages, Bracciano with the famous
Odescalchi Castle, Anguillara and Trevignano (all can be reached by
ferry).
On the coast we strongly suggest to visit
the ancient city of Ostia and it's immense archaeological area (unique
in the world). Following the coast in northern direction
there are lively places as Santa
Severa and Santa Marinella or you can visit Cerveteri and Tarquinia
(with the famous Unesco heritage of the Etruscan necropolis).
Visit
www.visitlazio.com/en/home
,the official website for tourism of the Lazio region, for more
information. There are also many theme parks (waterparks, amusement
parks....link
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