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Assisi is one of those places to visit once in a lifetime. The blend of art and spirituality makes the city of St. Francis a unique destination. And it is also a mouth-watering destination for good food lovers. A city of art, a symbol of peace and a popular destination for pilgrims and tourists from all over the world, Assisi is a much-loved destin...

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This small region in central Italy once again proves that it’s small only in size. The high number of Tre Bicchieri awarded (this year 15, a record) are a perfect reflection of an industry that’s in great form, demonstrating the quality of the region’s reds, but its white side as well. The most prestigious appellations delivered in spades: in Monte...

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The story of St Francis of Assisi, patron of Italy, is among the most popular stories of the religious world. His story is very old but still today it is referenced as example of humility and great faith. The Basilica of St Franci, founded following his death is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Built in 1229, every year thousands of worshippers come h...

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And yet I had been thinking about the “agnello scottadito alla brace” for five long years. So when those four crusty, juicy, grilled lamb chops arrived, all oozing that deep chocolate sheen of perfectly cooked meat, I almost forgot where I was. Where that was, though, was seated outdoors at Taverna Castelluccio, looking out at my favourite view of...

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Veteran Italian actor Terence Hill is standing down from the long-running television series Don Matteo, in which he has played the lead role for more than 20 years. Hill first appeared on Italian television screens as Don Matteo Bondini - a priest in the town of Gubbio in the Umbrian province of Perugia - in January 2000. The popular TV series went...

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Clitunno springs (Fonti del Clitunno) stretch over a 2.5-acre area along Via Flaminia, between Spoleto and Foligno, in the municipality of Campello sul Clitunno, Umbria. The whole area is served by underground springs that flow from natural cracks in the rock. There are two main outlets which actually feed the Clitunno River: the so-called “Sources...

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It is no surprise that Italy is one of the most coveted destinations by tourists and this is related to a variety of factors. We have tourism related to art, history, food, nature and religion.  Afterall, it is hard to deny that the strong presence of the Holy See in Italy is the reason behind the long pilgrimages toward sanctuaries and churches th...

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Castello Monticelli is the ideal place if you dream of sleeping within the walls of an ancient medieval fortress and at the same time exploring the nature and the villages of Umbria. Its history and its architecture reflect the importance of a legendary place where the visit of the beauties of the place is added the possibility to live unique sport...

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A landlocked region between Tuscany, Lazio, and Le Marche, Umbria often gets overlooked by travelers allured to its much-hyped surroundings – especially Tuscany. But cognoscenti know that Umbria shouldn't be skipped  – there, it's easy to feel at one with the world and with Italy. In addition to the picturesque unspoiled landscapes, the tranquility...

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All roads lead to Rome” the popular saying goes about the eternal city. Of course, like for any saying, there is some truth to it. Just like the consular roads end and start from Rome, also one of the most famous historical itineraries was created to connect Rome with the rest of Europe: the via Francigena. Let us see the paths of the Via Francigen...

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