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Christmas markets in Umbria evoke historical and religious places and are set up in medieval villages and towns of great architectural interest, such as castles, fortresses and abbeys. They provide a pleasant break that combines entertainment with a unique cultural experience. If you want to experience a magical atmosphere that immediately brings y...

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We’ve often found that the most beautiful villages in Italy are small, off-the-beaten-track towns that we never heard of, ones we find serendipitously or are told about by friends. These diminutive destinations tend to be more authentic and far less touristed. And, as a rule, the residents are more likely to welcome visitors more warmly than the de...

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While you may already be well-acquainted with some of the best day trips from Rome such as Pompeii, Tivoli, and Florence, there’s another enchanting option that might not have yet crossed your radar: the picturesque town of Orvieto. You can reach the town in just about 1.5 hours, making it an easy and accessible city to explore. Given the abundance...

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Sister-city friendships come with economic, artistic and cross-cultural benefits, but even more than that, they offer meaningful personal relationships and ongoing friendships. The idea of creating global understanding person-to-person was a driving force behind President Dwight Eisenhower’s creation of the national sister cities program in 1956. F...

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Amid twinkling lights, Christmas music and the depths of history, Assisi is preparing to welcome winter with a special Christmas, commemorating and celebrating the 800th anniversary of the first nativity scene in history, created in 1223 by St. Francis in Greccio. From Dec. 1, 2023 to Jan. 7, 2024, the magical Umbrian city will offer a richly stru...

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On Monday, October 30 at 7.40am — exactly seven years after a magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck central Italy — the Basilica di San Benedetto in Norcia, a small Umbrian town near the epicenter of the disaster, held its first mass since 2016. Many local and regional authorities, including President of the Region of Umbria Donatella Tesei, were in atte...

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An underrated destination but nothing less than an accolade of Italy's primitive heritage, Spello is a Renaissance paragon. Roman arches form the gateway to this hilltop town, characterized by an obsession for flowers and a gift for producing the region's finest olive oil. In Spello, nearly every window has a flower box, and each courtyard is brimm...

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“Although I live among the people of this beautiful world, almost like one of them and working for clients in a serious and professional manner, in reality I live a secret, dream life.” Perhaps all architects of all periods have had a secret life, a forbidden desire, an impossible dream. No one, however, was ever able to realise it, especially in t...

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If you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the Eternal City for a day, taking a trip from Rome to Orvieto is the perfect solution! This medieval town is located in the Umbria region of central Italy and is famous for beautiful churches, delicious food, and stunning views. Here's everything you need to know about taking a day trip from Rom...

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Eurochocolate of Perugia is one of the sweetest and most loved festivals in Italy. Every year, thousands of chocolate lovers arrive in the Umbrian capital to celebrate this delight in all its forms and declinations. This annual event celebrates chocolate culture by offering visitors an unforgettable multisensory experience. When is the Eurochocolat...

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