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Regions Italy : Umbria - Hotels UmbriaTop Travel and Tourist Destinations in Umbria PerugiaPerugia dominates the Tiber Valley from a high, irregular and rough hill: the particular feature of the land has generated a wide variety of urbanistic situations, giving the town a very special aspect. The rich artistic and cultural patrimony and the natural environment make Perugia an unique city of major importance, and this from the beginning of its history. Admire the Maggiore Fountain, the gothic Basilica of San Lorenzo and the Town Hall within Palazzo dei Priori. Hotels Perugia - Last Minute Hotels Perugia  AssisiAssisi, famous all over the world for being the native town of St Francis. Visit the Basilica of St Francis. Choose to explore the interior of the Basilica and listen to commentary about the frescoes by Giotto and Cimabue, via hired ear phones. You can also visit the Basilica of Santa Chiara, the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli and other important places. Hotels Assisi - Last Minute Hotels Assisi Recommended Hotels Umbria Castello Di Monterone, Perugia  Set upon a hill overlooking the green valley between Assisi and Perugia, Castello Di Monterone takes its name from the area where it stands. The first reference to the castle was discovered in Perugia’s historic archives in a document dating back to the 13th-century. This historic establishment is now a comfortable hotel. Escape the city hustle and bustle and enjoy a tranquil and relaxing environment both inside and outside the castle walls. At Castello Di Monterone you can enjoy peace and quiet in the cosy library, or socialize in front of the fireplace in one of 2 lounges. The hotel’s spa includes a sauna, Turkish bath and a swimming pool with hydromassage corner. In the evenings, relax under the stars and enjoy the city lights of Perugia’s ancient skyline. Book now or look for more information & guest reviews!  Relais Castelluccio PalusseRelais Castelluccio Palusse has a beautiful, hilltop setting just outside Città della Pieve. Once a noble residence, it now offers classically furnished guest rooms. This unique property dates back to the early 19th century. It is surrounded by a large private park. The Castelluccio Palusse Relais has been carefully restored to preserve many of its original features. The grand entrances lead you to the many lounges and halls; including the dining hall. The Citroniére Wellness Centre includes a jacuzzi, Finnish sauna and Turkish bath. Massages and beauty treatments are also available on request. The hotel is just a 10-minute walk from the centre of Città della Pieve and is easily reached from the A1 motorway. Book now or look for more information & guest reviews! More Hotels UmbriaMore Travel and Tourist Destinations in Umbria NorciaPastoral northern Umbria, with its dulcet coronet of hill towns (Assisi, Orvieto, Todi, Perugia et al) is well known. The south of the region, while far less visited, is scenically far more spectacular, dominated by the steep valley of the Nera and the national park-protected Sibillini mountains, which rise more than 8,000ft. Norcia is the region's obvious base, with road access to the Piano Grande, a vast upland plain and one of the area's most striking natural features. The town has history aplenty and serves as a base for Spoleto, Spello, Montefalco and the hill towns of central Umbria. It is also a little relic of the Italy of old, set in a Fifties time warp, with the added bonus of being one of Italy's key gastronomic centres. Many of the country's black truffles come from the area and the town has long been known for its ham, salami and wild boar, plus tiny, sweet Castelluccio lentils from the Piano Grande. Hotels Norcia Spoleto Spoleto is an attractive destination all-year-round, a peaceful hilltown with a fine cathedral, interesting sights and pleasant walks. It is famous for the Spoleto Festival, which takes place every summer. Hotels Spoleto Gastronomy UmbriaUmbria is known as "the green heart" of Italy. Its best known wine, Orvieto, is great with fish. Black truffles are a specialty – order spaghetti alla spoletina to sample. Other specialties are paglia e fieno (pasta with prosciutto and cream), oxtail in red wine and crumbed trout. Perugia and Terni are the major towns here. In the Marches, on the Adriatic Coast, squid, lobster, sausage and cured pork are specialties and the local wine is verdicchio.News UmbriaTaste of Italy Food Tour to Chianti and Umbria from RomeHead out of Rome and off the beaten track to experience a different side of Italy in Tuscany and Umbria. You'll visit the lovely towns of Cortona and Montepulciano, and sample wine, cheeses, salami, olive oil and other local specialties. Book now or look for more information & guest reviews! 5-Day Best of Italy Trip Take your time with five days to explore the best of Italy! After a taste of Italy's capital, venture north of Rome and navigate your way through Assisi, Siena, Florence, Padua, and Venice. Your journey will take you away from modern highways and large cities to discover the real Italy, where ancient villages are just waiting to be ... Palazzo Seneca Norcia Palazzo Seneca offers modern, elegant accommodation in an antique palace located 50 metres from the main square in Norcia?s historic centre, right by the enchanting National Park of Monti Sibillini. The palace that houses Palazzo Seneca was originally built in the 16th century. Along with all modern comforts and a contemporary sense of style and ... More Italy News |