In the oldest heart of Viterbo,protected by solid walls and the discreet gaze of peperino stone streets,there lies a place where time has paused — without fading away. The Civic Museum of Viterbo  is not just a container of relics.It is a collective story ,told by hands that forged, sculpted, painted, and lived. A journey that begins with the Etruscans ,crosses through the Middle Ages ,and arrives at the threshold of our modern gaze. 🏛️ A Palace That Breathes History The Civic Museum is housed in the former Convent of Santa Maria della Verità ,a building that, even on its own, breathes history from every stone. Born as a place of silence and prayer,today the convent preserves quiet wonders ,displayed without fanfare — like ancient kings who need no attention to be respected. 🌿 Etruscan Treasures: Earth’s Artisans The first rooms take you back more than two thousand years,to the time of the Etruscans — those enigmatic lords of Tuscia  who still look at us today through their artifacts. Monumental sarcophagi  with reclining figures, serene and ready for eternity Red-figure vases  depicting forgotten myths Funerary sets  rich with mirrors, fibulae, and amulets: small gestures of love for a journey beyond life Fun fact :One of the museum’s most famous urns depicts a banquet scene...with a tiny carved mouse  hiding beneath the diners’ feet.A humble joke, perhaps — a reminder that not even the powerful escape the pranks of fate. 🕯️ Medieval Art: Faith Carved Into Time Moving on, you enter the medieval heart  of the museum. Painted crosses , solemn and austere, where Christ gazes at pilgrims with human sorrow Sculpted marble  shaped by calloused yet skilled hands Ancient panels  telling stories of forgotten saints, faith, and miracles etched in golden dust Fun fact :Among the more peculiar pieces is a small relic —a fragment of cloth  said to have belonged to Santa Rosa ’s robe.Not a grand treasure, but a spark of emotion for those who know how to look beyond the glass. 🎨 A Journey That Never Ends The beauty of the Civic Museum of Viterbo lies here: it doesn’t try to overwhelm you. It doesn’t shout — it whispers. It whispers stories of ancient peoples,of hands faithfully smoothed by stone,of eyes that have loved, hoped, and wept. It’s a museum to experience slowly ,like a respectful conversation between travelers separated by centuries. 🛶 Practical Sheet – Visiting the Civic Museum of Viterbo 📍 Location :Piazza Crispi, Viterbo(former Convent of Santa Maria della Verità) 🗓️ When to visit :Open year-roundHours typically 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM (check the official website or city information) 🎟️ Tickets :Symbolic price: around €5Discounts available for students, groups, over 65s 🚶‍♂️ Practical tips : Take your time — each room deserves it Don’t miss the Etruscan section : one of the most fascinating in Lazio Bring a camera — details are everything here

Not all fairy tales begin with “Once upon a time.”Some begin like this: “There still is, today.” Bagnaia  is one of those timeless places,where the dreams of the Renaissance have never truly faded. Gently nestled at the foot of the Cimini Mountains, just minutes from Viterbo, Bagnaia tells its story without fanfare  —with ancient stones, silent alleyways, and a grace whispered by the wind. 🏛️ More Than Just Villa Lante: A Village That Enchants Of course, Villa Lante  is its most famous masterpiece:those gardens, those fountains, those perfect Renaissance geometries…But Bagnaia is not just Villa Lante . The historic village is a miniature Renaissance world,born and nurtured under the protection of popes and cardinals who,enchanted by this peaceful corner of the world,adorned it like a jewel. As you stroll through its streets: You’ll encounter low houses with terracotta-tiled roofs Arches  that seem to hug you from above Quiet chapels  that still carry the scent of incense and devotion Hidden fountains  that sing forgotten songs 👉🏻 Bagnaia doesn’t come to meet you — it waits , and if you walk at the right pace, it offers you its heart. 🎨 A Village Carved by Time Bagnaia blossomed during the Renaissance thanks to influential cardinals like Gianfrancesco Gambara  and Alessandro Montalto ,who not only built their villa of delights,but also funded the development of the village itself. Piazza XX Settembre , the heart of the village, is a small theater of stone: compact houses, flowering balconies, elders chatting like in an old painting The Church of Sant’Andrea , with its simple façade and bell tower standing like a lookout over history The alleyways , true labyrinths of peperino stone, where every corner tells a story of proud, humble lives ✨ Little Curiosities That Make Bagnaia Special The village was fortified in the 13th century  to protect the strategic link between Viterbo and the Tiber Valley.It still holds the soul of a “silent guardian” today Villa Lante  isn’t the only garden: many private courtyards  still hide secret orchards, pergolas, and medieval wells In the local dialect, you’ll still find expressions that come directly from the Vulgar Latin  spoken during the Renaissance Every year, Bagnaia hosts the “Feast of the Madonna of the Rosary”  with processions, chants, and lights that turn the village into a living nativity scene 🌹 Why Is Bagnaia a Quiet Love Story? Because it welcomes you without asking for anything.Because it teaches you that beauty doesn’t need to shout —just a worn cobblestone, a half-open window,a man tipping his hat from the shade. Bagnaia isn’t meant to be conquered.It ’s meant to be loved. And those who love it carry it forever in their hearts, like a secret whispered only to special souls. 🛶 Practical Sheet – Visiting Bagnaia 📍 Where :About 4 km east of Viterbo 🗓️ Best time to visit :All year roundMagical in spring , enchanting in the golden light of autumn ⏱️ Suggested time :Half a day (walk through the village + visit to Villa Lante) 🚶‍♂️ Practical tips : Wear comfortable shoes  – the streets are paved with rough stone Take time to enjoy a coffee in the main square  to feel the true heartbeat of the village

There is a Viterbo you won’t find in brochures .A Viterbo that can’t be captured in a quick photo.It ’s the Viterbo of ancient rituals,the one that beats beneath the stones of its alleys,that lives in the daily gesture of those who still bow before a statue,or make the sign of the cross in front of a street shrine. Here, time is not only made of days  —it is marked by prayers, candlelit processions, vigils, and the scent of incense and fresh flowers. ✝️ Holy Week: Silence and the Sacred in the Streets When Holy Week arrives, Viterbo transforms . The streets empty of haste,and fill with ancient sounds: drum rolls, voices of hooded confraternity members, barefoot footsteps in the night . ✨ The Most Moving Processions The Procession of the Dead Christ  ➔ Silent march of the confraternities, accompanied only by the wooden sound of troccole The Confraternities  ➔ White robes, wooden crosses, ancient banners carried like living relics The Stations of the Cross  ➔ The city itself becomes a sacred stage 👉🏻 This is not folklore. It is real emotion , a silent community, a collective memory  that renews itself every year. 🌹 Santa Rosa: The Patron Saint Who Embraces All Year Long Viterbo doesn’t live Santa Rosa only on September 3rd. She is present every day of the year: In the votive shrines found on nearly every corner In the fresh flowers placed each week in front of her birthplace In whispered prayers before her sanctuary, made without fanfare ✨ The Transport of the Macchina di Santa Rosa One single night — September 3rd  —and yet it is prepared and anticipated for an entire year . The Facchini  (porters) train like ancient knights Families speak of the new Macchina  as if it were a daughter Rehearsals, vows, tears, anticipation — all live day after day in the hearts of Viterbesi 🕯️ Small Daily Traditions That Endure It’s not just in grand events that tradition manifests.In Viterbo, tradition lives in small, invisible gestures : A candle lit  every Saturday night before a Marian shrine The silent visit to Santa Rosa’s Sanctuary , even just for a moment Blessed bread  brought home after Easter Mass, kept as a talisman against bad luck The sign of the cross traced over bread  before slicing it — a gesture that still survives in the city’s oldest kitchens 👉🏻 These are quiet rituals  no guidebook mentions,and no modernity has ever erased. 🛶 Practical Guide – Viterbo’s Living Traditions 📍 Where to feel these traditions : Procession of the Dead Christ  (Good Friday) Birthplace of Santa Rosa Sanctuary of Santa Rosa Votive shrines  in the old quarters: Pianoscarano, San Faustino, San Pellegrino ⏱️ When to go : All year round — with peaks during: Holy Week  (March/April) Santa Rosa’s Transport  (September 3rd) 🎯 Pro tip : Live the city in silence  on sacred days Pause in front of a shrine — even for a moment. The city will speak to you.

In Viterbo, water is not just a resource —it’s an ancient friend,a silent companion that flows through every gesture, from a sip at the fountain to a warm morning bath in the mist. Those who know how to walk slowly through alleyways and fields,those who can wait for a sunrise or a sunset,know that here, water tells the story of the city better than a thousand words. ♨️ The Last Free Thermal Baths: Between Nature and History Not all thermal springs remain accessible.Many, like Il Bagnaccio  or Le Masse di San Sisto , have had to close.But the hot waters of Tuscia  still sing, still invite, still embrace. ✨ Piscine Carletti 📍 About 2.5 km from the historic center, along the road to Tuscania A small, free miracle: Natural pools fed by a 58°C thermal spring Clear water, morning vapors rising like incense Pools cared for by the love of local volunteers Experience : Soaking at dawn , when the world is still Enjoying a warm bath under the stars With only the sky above you and the earth’s breath around you ✨ Terme del Bullicame 📍 Just outside the city walls — even mentioned by Dante  in the Divine Comedy The larger pools are currently closed, but the area is still alive: The park is open The main spring still bubbles , warm and fragrant Small canals and minor pools still offer a touch of natural warmth 👉🏻 Walking along the Bullicame trail  is like walking through an ancient breath ,among vapors, the scent of sulfur, and vast, echoing silences. ⛲ Viterbo’s Fountains: Drinking from the City, Living Its History In a world that bottles even air, Viterbo still offers the pure water of its fountains. Ancient springs carved in peperino stone ,still gifting fresh water to passersby , asking nothing in return. ✨ Fountains to Discover: Fontana Grande  (Piazza del Gesù) ➔ where pilgrims, soldiers, and merchants quenched their thirst for centuries Fountain of Piazza delle Erbe  ➔ the city’s beating heart, where every sip is a small daily ritual Fountain of Piazza San Carluccio  ➔ hidden, discreet, loved by those who know the secret shortcuts of the city 👉🏻 Drinking from these fountains  means tapping into the same waterthat sustained generations of pilgrims along the Via Francigena . ✨ Water as a Daily Ritual In Viterbo, water is not just a physical necessity — it’s a sacred and familiar act : Splashing a handful on your forehead under the sun Filling your bottle on a slow walk Pausing in silence in front of an ancient fountain,listening to the water flow like a forgotten prayer 👉🏻 Here, water is not wasted .It is lived, respected, and celebrated . 🛶 Practical Guide – Living Water in Viterbo 📍 Where to experience authentic water : Free thermal baths : Piscine Carletti (active and free) Thermal walks : Bullicame (park open) Historic fountains : Piazza delle Erbe, Piazza del Gesù, San Carluccio ⏱️ When to go : Piscine Carletti : all year round (best at dawn or dusk) Bullicame : year-round for scenic walks Fountains : every day, every season 🎯 Practical tips : Bring a swimsuit, towel, and open spirit  for Piscine Carletti Carry a small bottle  to fill at the fountains — like a modern pilgrim

In Viterbo, time isn’t measured in months and days —it’s measured in church bells ringing joyfully,in streets dressed in flowers, and in skies lit by fireworks. Those who truly live Viterbo know:every season has its celebration,and every corner of the city holds a ritual waiting to be honored. Here is a calendar of wonders , month by month —from famous events to hidden gems. 📆 The Calendar of Unmissable Events ✨ January Feast of Saint Anthony the Abbot   (January 17) ➔ Blessing of animals and traditional parades.(Fun fact: they say the blessed bread brings good luck all year.) ✨ March – April Holy Week ➔ Silent processions and ancient rites in the historic districts.(On Good Friday night, the silence in Viterbo is as heavy as gold.) ✨ May San Pellegrino in Fiore   (late April – early May) ➔ The entire medieval district transforms into a fairy-tale garden.(Streets, balconies, and piazzas overflow with flowers and fragrance.) ✨ June Corpus Domini ➔ Solemn procession through streets decorated with flower carpets and antique canopies. Feast of St. John the Baptist in Bagnaia ➔ Traditional bonfires on the most magical night of the year. ✨ July Viterbo JazzUp Festival ➔ Historic piazzas become open-air stages for musicians from around the world. ✨ August Neighborhood Festivals (Sagre di Quartiere) ➔ Folk events with food stands, music, and traditional games: Pianoscarano Santa Barbara Pilastro (The undisputed queen? A steaming porchetta sandwich at midnight.) ✨ September Transport of the Macchina di Santa Rosa   (September 3) ➔ The night Viterbo’s heart beats the loudest.(A 30-meter illuminated tower carried on the shoulders of 100 men through a sea of emotion.) ✨ October Feast of San Faustino and the Palio delle Contrade ➔ District games, fireworks, and music. ✨ November San Martino Fair in Bagnaia ➔ Traditional market with new wine  and roasted chestnuts. ✨ December Christmas in Viterbo ➔ Holiday markets, artistic nativity scenes in every church, and medieval concerts.( Planet of Nativity Scenes  in San Pellegrino is pure magic.) ✨ Lesser-Known but Unmissable Festivals Feast of the Madonna Liberatrice   (late May) ➔ Procession of brotherhoods in colorful cloaks — a slow dance of devotion. Cavalcade of Saint Anthony in Vetralla   (January) ➔ A medieval parade of adorned horses and ancient banners. Barabbata Festival in Marta   (May) ➔ The men of the lake carry offerings on their shoulders, dressed as ancient fishermen and farmers. 🛶 Practical Guide – Experiencing Viterbo’s Festivals 📍 Where to go : Viterbo historic center (Santa Rosa, San Pellegrino) Bagnaia  and Marta  for authentic folk celebrations ⏱️ When :January to December — there’s always a reason to return. 🎯 Practical Tip : Always wear comfortable shoes Don’t rush: the best festivals are experienced by waiting, wandering, and blending in with the locals

Viterbo is not a city to visit —it’s a city to live in. It’s not enough to walk through it for a day, snap a photo of a fountain, or buy a pastry on the go.To live Viterbo means to enter its slow rhythm,to feel its ancient walls whispering never-ending stories,to dream in the shade of medieval towers,to discover a city that knows how to reinvent itself without losing its soul. Living in Viterbo is a leap into the past — and, at the same time, a step into the future. 🏰 Living in a Medieval Palace: The Magic That Never Fades Walking through the San Pellegrino district  feels like stepping into an illuminated manuscript. Towers of dark stone Low-arched passageways Flowering loggias suspended above narrow alleys And yet, life here isn’t just about remembering. Inside those peperino walls, everyday life still beats: Children playing ball on stone staircases Elders chatting in the shade Students rewriting the present among ancient stones 👉🏻 Buying a home in a medieval palace means inhabiting history — without becoming its prisoner. A delicate, magical, and rare balance. 🌳 A Country Home: Tuscia as a Secret Refuge Just a few kilometers outside Viterbo, the landscape changes its breath. Ancient vineyards steeped in sun and soil Fields of hazelnut trees dancing in the wind Tuff trails winding through forests Living in a country house in Tuscia  isn’t just a romantic escape —it’s a return to a human pace, made of seasons you feel on your skin,of vegetable gardens, of outdoor dinners beneath endless starry skies. 👉🏻 It’s a slower, deeper life ,where the true luxury is waking up to birdsong and the scent of wood burning in the stove. 🖌️ The New Viterbo: Coworking, Craftsmen, and Contemporary Artists But it’s not all about the past. In recent years, Viterbo has begun writing a new chapter:that of a city able to attract young minds, creatives, and visionaries. Coworking spaces  born within restored convents Contemporary craft workshops  where medieval stone meets modern design Artists' studios  reinventing tradition with ancient materials and new ideas 👉🏻 Today’s Viterbo is a crossroads of inspiration  —a place where you can live among medieval towers and ultra-fast Wi-Fi,between thousand-year-old walls and budding startups,between ancient dreams and a future ready to be written. 🛶 Practical Guide – Living in Viterbo 📍 Where to live : Historic districts  (San Pellegrino, Pianoscarano) for a true medieval dream Viterbo countryside  (Bagnaia, Roccalvecce, San Martino al Cimino) for a slower, more authentic life ⏱️ When to move : Anytime — but autumn and spring  reveal the city at its most intimate 🎯 Practical tips : Look for homes with inner courtyards or hidden gardens : true secret treasures Live the city slowly : every stone, scent, and square has something to teach you

When the sun slips behind the ancient walls and the streetlights glow like medieval fireflies,Viterbo transforms. The dark stones of its alleyways warm under a golden light,and the city opens in a slow, secret embrace — reserved for those who know how to savor it without haste or noise. Viterbo by night  is never a loud spectacle:it’s a discreet caress,a whispered song between a loggia and a fountain. If you want to feel part of the city — not just a spectator —here are the places where you can find the true nocturnal soul of Viterbo. 🍷 Tasting Time: Viterbo’s Best Wine Bars ✨ Enoteca dell’Ortezzina 📍 In the heart of the historic centerA small refuge of old wood, soft lights, and carefully selected bottles.Here , wine isn’t served — it’s told .Every glass is a story, every toast a step into the secret Tuscia. 👉🏻 Must try:  natural wines from the Bolsena and Civita area. ✨ Riserva 1999 📍 Just steps from Piazza della RoccaAn elegant and relaxed atmosphere,where you can taste rare labels and be guided by some of the city’s most passionate sommeliers. 👉🏻 Ideal for:  a slow evening, chatting between sips. 🎶 Music That Warms the Stone: Where to Feel the Heartbeat of the Night ✨ Al 77 Live Pub 📍 Via San Pellegrino 24A haven for live music lovers: jazz, rock, folk, spontaneous jam sessions that set the night on firebeneath low ceilings and peperino stone walls. 👉🏻 Experience:  craft beer in hand, and rhythm that carries you late into the night. ✨ Sand Glass Pub 📍 Via Marconi 45A warm atmosphere, old books on the shelves, carefully chosen beers, and a touch of modern Tuscia cuisine.Now and then, acoustic concerts that feel like they’re stolen from another era. 👉🏻 Perfect for:  a slow evening with true friends. ☕ Coffee and Poetry: A Pause in History ✨ Gran Caffè Schenardi 📍 Corso ItaliaGaribaldi, Fellini, Carducci — they all sat here.And today, you can still feel the echo of those famous footstepsas you sip a coffee or a glass of vermouth under the crystal chandeliers. 👉🏻 Tip:  stop here before losing yourself in the alleyways,with your heart open and your eyes ready for wonder. ✨ Mini Guide for a Magical Evening in Viterbo 📍 Where to go : Wine bars  for an elegant and tasteful start Pubs and live music venues  to light up the night Historic cafés  to breathe in the great history ⏱️ When : All year round — but spring and summer  offer unforgettable evenings under the open sky 🎯 Practical tip : Leave the car behind Walk aimlessly between Piazza San Lorenzo , San Pellegrino , and Piazza del Gesù Let yourself be guided by the sound of music, the scent of wine, and the hidden heartbeat of the city

There is a place in Tuscia where time has stopped ,where every stone holds a prayer,and every corner preserves the breath of the past: Civita di Bagnoregio , “the dying city”  —and yet, it never stops living. 🏰 A City Suspended Between Earth and Sky Civita is not a city to simply reach.It is a promise to be fulfilled . To get there, you must walk across a long footbridge  suspended over the Valley of the Calanchi —a lunar-like landscape that changes color with the sun,shifting from gray to gold, pink to violet. And as you walk, each step becomes a declaration of love  for silence, for stone, for beauty. 🛤️ A Village That Lives On, Against All Odds Civita has just 16 permanent residents .And yet, it is never empty.It is full of: Red tuff houses  that seem carved from light Medieval alleys  winding through staircases and stone arches Flower-filled balconies  that turn every window into a suspended garden Profferli  — external staircases that seem to invite every traveler upward toward the sky 👉🏻 To walk in Civita is to step into an ancient fairy tale,the kind whispered at sunset, softly, so the dream doesn’t vanish. 🌟 Stories and Legends Etched in Stone Every stone in Civita tells a story. You enter the village through Porta Santa Maria , the only remaining gate — carved into the tuff like a passage between the real world and the imaginary. In the Grotto of Saint Bonaventure , legend says St. Francis of Assisi  healed a sick child there — Giovanni Fidanza , who would become one of the greatest medieval philosophers. 👉🏻 Civita is not just stone — it is prayer, miracle, and resistance. ✨ Civita Today: More Alive Than Ever Despite erosion eating away at the cliff each year,despite centuries of abandonment and earthquakes, Civita continues to live . Cultural events Art exhibitions Music festivals Small restaurants serving traditional Lazio cuisine 👉🏻 The city that dies has become the city that dreams. And every visitor becomes part of that dream. 🛶 Practical Guide – Visiting Civita di Bagnoregio 📍 How to get there : Drive to Bagnoregio  (mandatory parking outside the village) Walk across the footbridge (about 10–15 minutes  of scenic walking) 🎟️ Entrance : A ticket is required  (to support the preservation of the village) ⏱️ Best time to visit : Spring and autumn : the light makes the Calanchi cliffs even more breathtaking Avoid peak days to enjoy the magic of silence 🎯 Pro tip : Arrive at sunrise or stay until sunset  — you’ll see Civita light up in colors you thought impossible.

There are places that seem to be created from the imagination of an artist:brushstrokes of gray, splashes of green, walls that defy gravity. Vitorchiano  is one of those places.A village that doesn’t simply stand — it challenges the wind, time, and logic. 🪨 A Miracle of Peperino Stone Vitorchiano rises atop a volcanic cliff of gray peperino ,a porous, ancient rock that seems sculpted directly by the breath of the earth. The houses aren’t built on the cliff — they are the cliff. A perfect fusion of nature and human craft,as if the village had grown spontaneously, like a tree of stone. 👉🏻 That’s why it’s called “the suspended village” :from afar, Vitorchiano looks like it’s floating in the void — a mirage of tuff and dreams. 🛤️ Walking Through a Living Middle Ages Once inside, Vitorchiano embraces you like a spell: Narrow alleys that twist and climb like branches Carved lintels telling stories of love and battle Flowering staircases ( profferli ) emerging like suspended balconies 👉🏻 Here, time doesn’t pass — it breathes. You won’t find neon signs or paved roads.You ’ll find the sound of church bells,the scent of wet stone,and the colors of flowers on windowsills. 🎥 Vitorchiano and the Imagination It’s no coincidence that Mario Monicelli  chose Vitorchiano as the set for his masterpiece “L’Armata Brancaleone”  —a film that tells of a shabby, heroic, poetic Middle Ages.Exactly like the hidden soul of the village. Even the graphic genius M.C. Escher , in 1925, was enchanted:he captured Vitorchiano in one of his most fascinating works, “Vitorchiano nel Cimino”  —a game of perspective and illusion, where the impossible becomes possible. 👉🏻 Here, art and life blend ,and every corner becomes a natural stage. ✨ Monuments and Squares Not to Miss Piazza Roma :➔ The heart of the village, home to:▪︎ Church of Sant’Antonio Abate ▪︎ Town Hall and Clock Tower ▪︎ An ancient monastery, now a refined auditorium The City Walls :➔ Still perfectly preserved, with medieval towers and walkways The Moai Statue :➔ A stunning sculpture carved by Easter Island artisans who came to Vitorchiano in the 1990s➔ A piece of the Pacific Ocean embedded in Tuscia! 🌟 A Historic Bond with Rome In 1199 , while under siege by the people of Viterbo,Vitorchiano asked for protection from Rome.Since then, the village proudly bears the title of “City of the Faithful.” A bond that still lingers among its stones. 👉🏻 Every wall here speaks of resistance, pride, and loyalty. 🛶 Practical Guide – Visiting Vitorchiano 📍 How to get there : Just 7 km from Viterbo, easily reached by car Parking available just outside the historic center ⏱️ Best time to visit : Spring and autumn : soft lighting and flowers everywhere Summer : cool evenings and traditional festivals 🎯 Pro tip : Get lost without a map :Every alley is a discovery,Every step is a poem.

There are places that don’t just welcome you — they transform you. Calcata  and Barbarano Romano  are two stone sentinels,two villages that aren’t simply told — they are breathed, lived, and painted with the soul. 🎭 Calcata: The Village of Artists Halfway between dream and reality, Calcata  rises on a tuff cliff as fragile as a childhood dream —eroded by time, yet never broken. In the 1960s,as the rest of the world rushed toward modernity,Calcata emptied out,abandoned like a blank page left in an old book. 👉🏻 But that’s exactly when the artists arrived: Painters Sculptors Writers Philosophers They filled the ancient tuff-carved homes, turning every wall into a canvas,every alley into a poem. ✨ Today, Calcata is... A labyrinth of artisan studios  where time seems to melt An open-air theatre  of impromptu artistic installations A bohemian village  where coffee at the bar becomes a manifesto of freedom 👉🏻 And just a short walk away are the Monte Gelato Waterfalls :cool, crystal-clear waters —an invitation to be reborn after leaving the city behind. 🛡️ Barbarano Romano: The Village of Barbarians and Red Rocks If Calcata is ecstasy , Barbarano Romano  is the ancient blood pulsing through Tuscia’s veins. A "panettone" of red tuff  rises from the valley as if defying the sky Houses and walls carved into the rock  embrace the earth in a primal hug 👉🏻 Here, every step, every staircase, every carved stone doorway is a living memory — not a staged reconstruction, but a scar of history. ✨ Today, Barbarano is... A journey through prehistory , without ever leaving the poetry behind A silent salute to the Etruscans, Barbarians, and medieval monks A natural refuge  in the heart of Marturanum Park ,amid woods, necropolises, and hidden trails 🎨 Two Villages, Two Souls Calcata embraces you with the lightness of art.Barbarano Romano carves into you with the strength of the earth. Those who love to paint, write, dream — will inevitably fall in love with both: Getting lost in the colors of Calcata Rediscovering your shadow among Barbarano’s rocks 🛶 Practical Guide – Visiting Calcata & Barbarano Romano 📍 How to get there : Calcata : 45 minutes from Rome, easily reachable by car Barbarano Romano : 30 minutes from Viterbo ⏱️ Best times to visit : Spring : nature awakens like an Impressionist painting Autumn : warm colors blend with the red tuff 🎯 Pro tip : Bring a notebook, a camera, or a watercolor set  — you won’t be able to hold back the inspiration.

Amid the rolling hills of Tuscia , Caprarola rises like a dream , drawn and carved by the hand of the Renaissance.A village where artistic perfection meets the force of nature . 🌟 Palazzo Farnese: The Hidden Heart of Beauty Towering above all of Caprarola, Palazzo Farnese  is far more than a residence —it is a Renaissance universe  enclosed within tuff walls. Pentagonal layout : a brilliant balance of defense and grandeur Circular courtyard : a choreography of columns and shadows Scala Regia (Royal Staircase) : a spiral of stone and light that invites you upward toward the heavens Frescoed Halls : Hall of Farnese Glories : an epic of family pride Map Room : a symbolic journey through the known world And then the Renaissance Gardens  —an Eden of fountains, terraces, and infinite perspectives. 🕰️ Practical Info – Palazzo Farnese 📍 Location :Piazza Farnese, Caprarola (VT), Italy 🕰️ Opening Hours :Tuesday to Sunday: 8:30 AM – 7:30 PM (last entry at 6:45 PM)Closed: Mondays, December 25, January 1 🎟️ Tickets : Full price: €5.00 Reduced: €3.00 (EU citizens aged 18–25) Free entry: Under 18 Teachers Licensed tour guides Visitors with disabilities and one companion 📞 Useful Contacts :Phone: +39 0761 646052Official website: Palazzo Farnese Caprarola – Direzione Musei Lazio 🅿️ Parking :Parking available at the foot of the village — short walk to the palace 👉🏻 Tip : Book in advance during peak season or special events 🛤️ Strolling Through the Historic Center: The “Via Dritta” and Caprarola’s Secrets Caprarola was conceived as a stage:the Via Dritta  cuts through the village like a golden blade leading to the Palazzo,while side alleys, hidden squares, and tuff-stone houses whisper stories from another time. Each step is a small journey through history. ⛪ Churches, Fountains & Mysteries: Caprarola’s Hidden Treasures Church of Santa Teresa & Carmelite Convent : Majestic and poetic, mirrored in the vast emptiness of the valley Church of Santa Maria della Consolazione : Renaissance and Baroque intertwining like dancers Cathedral of San Michele Arcangelo : Faith and art united in one breath Fountain of the Three Spouts (Fontana delle Tre Cannelle) : Water that has told the tale of common people for centuries The Devil’s Well (Pozzo del Diavolo) : A natural chasm, wrapped in unsettling legends 🌳 Living Nature: Lake Vico and the Monumental Beech Forest of Monte Cimino Lake Vico : The volcanic breath of Tuscia, with crystal-clear water and secret trails Beech Forest of Monte Cimino : A UNESCO heritage site — a green cathedral where ancient trees tell silent epics 👉🏻 Here, nature isn’t just background — it takes center stage.

Ronciglione—voted Italy’s Borgo dei Borghi 2023  by Rai’s Kilimangiaro —is more than a jewel of history and beauty. Nestled in the Cimini Mountains beside Lake Vico, it offers a continuous feast for the senses, where every dish recalls the land, the lake, and the skill of local hands  instagram.com + 15finestresullarte.info + 15wetheitalians.com +15 . 🏰 A Village Steeped in Heritage and Mystery Medieval center and architecture:  Wander its cobbled streets and discover Renaissance and Baroque palaces dating back to the Farnese period  italia.it . Rocca Monaldeschi (“I Torrioni”):  A fortress originally built by the Prefetti di Vico and later expanded under the Farnese, crowned with characteristic round towers  it.wikipedia.org + 1en.wikipedia.org +1 . Churches and gates:  Highlights include the Duomo of Santi Pietro e Caterina (1671) by Rainaldi, and Porta Romana built in 1618 under Farnese patronage  it.wikipedia.org + 1civitavecchia.portmobility.it +1 . Historic Carnival:  Among Italy’s top ten, its Renaissance–Baroque carnival dates to 1538 and is a vibrant, centuries-old festivity  1000miglia.it + 5it.wikipedia.org + 5italia.it +5 . 🍷 Where History Meets Flavor Ronciglione’s culinary scene tells its story through local produce and traditional recipes—above all, hazelnuts, chestnuts, extra-virgin olive oil , and lakeside fish like eel, perch, and coregone   wetheitalians.com + 4visititaly.eu + 4idealista.it +4 . Savour tortorelli with dried fennel flower sauce , porcini mushrooms , home‑made pastas , and game ragù . Indulge in cheese and cured meat boards  paired with regional wines. Don't miss traditional desserts  like struffoli , panpepato , frittelle di San Giuseppe , and fregnacce di Carnevale   it.wikipedia.org . 🌟 Why Ronciglione Won “Borgo dei Borghi” 2023 Ronciglione impressed both the public and a jury featuring chef Rosanna Marziale, geologist Mario Tozzi, and art historian Jacopo Veneziani with its historical, artistic, scenic, and cultural richness  visititaly.eu + 3idealista.it + 3roma.com +3 . 🎉 Community, Culture & Continuity Industrial legacy:  From the Farnese era, the town thrived with workshops for iron, copper, paper, ceramics, and armory  italia.it + 1en.wikipedia.org +1 . Resilience through time:  Rebuilt after devastating French destruction in 1799 and wartime bombings in 1944, the town retains its vibrant spirit . Active traditions:  The carnival features medieval races (“empty races”), historical processions, culinary streetside events, and traditional confraternities like the “Nasi Rossi”  en.wikipedia.org + 3it.wikipedia.org + 3italia.it +3 . 📍 Visiting Ronciglione — What to Experience Explore : Rocca, Duomo, Porta Romana Join the festivities : Carnival (February), “Corsa a Vuoto” Palio races Walk the natural beauty : Lakeside of Vico, Cimini woods Taste local flavor : Hazelnut-based specialties, freshwater fish plates, traditional sweets ✅ In Summary Ronciglione’s crown as Italy’s Borgo dei Borghi 2023  is well deserved. Here, history, charm, and tradition  are not only preserved—they are tasted, felt, and celebrated at every turn.

Ronciglione, named “Borgo dei Borghi” in 2023 , is not just a treasure chest of history and beauty —it's also a constant celebration for the palate, a place where flavors are interwoven with memory,and every dish tells a story of land, lake, and skilled hands. 🥘 Culinary Treasures: Tradition and Authenticity 🌰 Gifts of the Land Hazelnuts and chestnuts from Tuscia , stars of irresistible desserts and creamy spreads Extra virgin olive oil : intensely green, fragrant, and precious 🍝 Traditional Dishes Tortorelli with dried fennel flower sauce ➔ An ancient aroma that enchants with every bite Porcini mushrooms and grilled meats ➔ Honest and genuine flavors born from the Cimini woods Homemade fettuccine ➔ Served with robust game ragù or delicate mushroom sauces 🐟 Delights from the Lake Eel, perch, and coregone  (whitefish)➔ Freshwater treasures prepared according to old local recipes 🧀 Cheeses: The Pride of Ronciglione Here, cheese isn’t a side dish — it’s a star. Often made by small local producers , the cheeses of Ronciglione express the land through every nuance of flavor: Fresh and aged pecorino Delicate ricotta Herb-infused varieties with wild Tuscia aromas 👉🏻 A must-try in the village’s best eateries! 🍷 Where to Eat in Ronciglione: Beloved Places 🏡 Opificio – Storie di Calici & Fornelli Thoughtfully crafted cuisine, selected ingredients, and an intimate setting Excellent cheese and cured meat boards , with a perfectly curated wine list Ideal for an authentic and refined dinner 🍕 Il Divino Ristorante e Pizzeria Friendly atmosphere, spacious panoramic terrace Unmissable cheese boards alongside traditional dishes and crispy pizzas 🌾 Agriturismo “I Due Coloni” – Mengoni Farm A genuine experience immersed in greenery, just minutes from the center House-made cheeses , paired with rustic dishes and true flavors 🏰 La Corte dei Prefetti di Vico Gourmet cuisine that celebrates the region Cheese tastings  paired with fine wines in an elegant setting overlooking the village 🍴 Taverna della Canonica Medieval heart, family-style hospitality Rustic boards, traditional dishes, and the warm feel of an old-style tavern 🍰 Traditional Desserts Struffoli  – bite-sized honey-coated treats Panpepato  – bold, spiced fruitcake St. Joseph’s fritters  – sweet and fragrant Fregnacce di Carnevale  – ricotta and cinnamon pastries that taste like celebration 🛶 Practical Guide – Tasting Ronciglione ⏰ Typical Restaurant Hours Lunch : 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM Dinner : 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM 📞 Reservations Highly recommended , especially on weekends, during Carnival , or during events like Un Borgo DiVino 🎒 What to Take Home Tuscia hazelnuts DOP extra virgin olive oil Artisanal cheeses Homemade jams and preserves

In a secluded corner of Tuscia , where silence seemed to have silenced the voices of the past, Sant’Angelo di Roccalvecce  has rewritten its destiny with the colors of wonder. Today, as you walk through its ancient alleys, you no longer just stroll — you daydream . 🌟 A Rebirth in Brushstrokes Just a few years ago, Sant’Angelo seemed destined for oblivion:empty houses, silent streets, a slow fading away. Then, in 2017, a bold project sparked a revival:the Cultural Association Arte e Spettacolo (ACAS) , together with a group of all-female street artists ,transformed the village into an open-air museum . The first magical touch? Alice in Wonderland , painted by Tina Loiodice  —a dreamlike gateway, an open door into Sant’Angelo’s new soul. 🖌️ The Museum of Fairy Tales Today, more than 50 murals  cover the village walls, telling stories of: Pinocchio Peter Pan The Little Prince Don Quixote The Little Match Girl Snow White, Cinderella, Willy Wonka, Mary Poppins …and many other heroes of paper and dreams 👉🏻 Every wall is an invitation to wonder,every corner a page turned from an eternal story. 🌍 A Community Project The rebirth of Sant’Angelo is not just artistic — it is human, economic, and social: Self-funding and spontaneous donations  continue to support new works New B&Bs, artisan shops, and stores  have reopened their doors The streets are once again filled with children, families, artists, and travelers 👉🏻 Art gave the village its voice back.And that voice brought it back to life. 🎠 An Experience for Everyone At the entrance of the village: Free parking Montesecco play area : perfect for a break between dreams Murals map  available in shops, to explore every tale 👉🏻 Perfect for families, photographers, and dreamers of all ages. 🏰 Sant’Angelo: A Model of Rebirth Sant’Angelo di Roccalvecce proves that: Beauty can save a village Art can rewrite a story Magic exists  — made of color, willpower, and love for one’s land

In Sant’Angelo di Roccalvecce,  the village that turned its walls into dreams, even the table tells ancient tales — with the scent of warm bread, honest flavors, and smiles that feel like home. 🏡 Where to Taste the Magic 🥘 Hostaria MastroCiliegia: The Flavorful Heart of the Village of Fairy Tales At the entrance of the village, right next to the parking area, you’ll find Hostaria MastroCiliegia  — a rustic and welcoming osteria, where Tuscia’s traditional cuisine meets heartfelt hospitality. Handmade lombrichelli  with local sauces Tagliatelle with wild boar ragù Porcini mushrooms and sausage Roast-style rabbit ( coniglio porchettato ) Grilled meats and homemade desserts like jam tarts and tiramisu 👉🏻 All accompanied by selected Tuscia wines — for a lunch that tastes of home, land, and tradition. 🥖 Panificio F.lli Oddo: Tradition Since 1956 If you prefer a quick bite without giving up flavor, Panificio F.lli Oddo  is a must-stop: Fragrant fresh bread Rustic-style pizzas Traditional pastries Ready-to-eat dishes — perfect for a snack between one fairy tale and the next 👉🏻 Also ideal for picking up local specialties to take home, all with the unmistakable aroma of wood-fired baking. 🥪 Lo Gnomo Goloso: Fairy Tale Sandwiches For those who enjoy eating on the go without sacrificing quality, Lo Gnomo Goloso  offers: Sandwiches filled with porchetta Local lonza  (pork loin) Capocollo  and prosciutto Local cheeses and cured meats 👉🏻 Perfect to enjoy as you stroll among the colorful murals. 🍷 Where to Sip a Glass of Dream In the village cafés, you’ll find: Aromatic coffees Full-bodied local wines Relaxing aperitifs 👉🏻 Taking a break with a drink means soaking in the authentic atmosphere of the village of fairy tales , where everything is simple, real, and deeply human. 🛶 Experiences Nearby For those wishing to extend their culinary journey: San Rocco – Wine & Traditional Cuisine  in Celleno Alma Civita  in Civita di Bagnoregio 👉🏻 Two gourmet stops just a few kilometers away — to keep savoring the magic of Tuscia. ✨ In Summary In Sant’Angelo, flavor is not a luxury — it’s an act of love. From bread to a glass of wine, from traditional dishes to heartfelt smiles, every pause is a moment from a living fairy tale.