Dear friends,
Today we are going to talk about Umbria, an extremely beautiful region bordering with Tuscany.
Umbria it is a much more affordable and very interesting region for all those people who already know Tuscany or have enough time to explore both regions on holidays.
Umbria, as its name suggests, "Ombra", that is, “Shadow" is an extremely mountainous region.
It is ravishing for its mountains and rivers (perfect for rafting) and also has some soft hills that have nothing to envy the hills of Tuscany. Among its beauties, Umbria also has one of the biggest lakes in Italy, Lake Trasimeno, where there are some islands that can be visited by boat. Here it is possible to admire ravishing flora and fauna and eat outdoors in a natural and historic context that is unique for its beauty.
For those who will not be able to have much time to visit this beautiful region I want to recommend some important spots that, from my point of view, are the prettiest ones of the region:
1- The first spot to visit for its nearness as well as natural beauty is no doubt Lake Trasimeno, about which we have already talked in previous posts.
If you want to eat in the area you should go to Fischio del Merlo (Passignano sul Trasimeno) where it is possible to eat excellent dishes based on sea and lake fish for 35-40 euros.
2- The second spot to explore is, no doubt, the ravishing and incredible Assisi, religion capital of the region and Italy Assisi has to be visited for its architectural beauty and for the mystical air that it enjoys. The visit to the cloisters where Saint Francis used to pray amidst a forest by the side of mountain rivers is an interesting outing. 
3- Montefalco and Bevagna. Montefalco cannot be missed for its wines and Bevagna for the beauty of its architecture, for its Roman theatre and its churches. These two little towns are undoubtedly some of the most beautiful in Umbria. From Montefalco it is possible to admire excellent views of the area, the hills and the mountains.
For gastronomy lovers "La Vecchia Cucina" lies in the little village of Colle Secco (10 min from Montefalco). It is, to my mind, the best restaurant as to the relationship quality-price.
This family-run business serves spectacular delectable chops but also typical Umbrian dishes: pasta, farm chicken and first class sausages! If you like, also try its excellent beer.
This family-run business serves spectacular delectable chops but also typical Umbrian dishes: pasta, farm chicken and first class sausages! If you like, also try its excellent beer.
4 - Spoleto. Entering this beautiful region one gets to Spoleto, undoubtedly, a place that will spellbind you for its ravishing beauty.
Once in Spoleto we cannot miss at all the cathedral, worldwide famous for its beauty, a trip to the fortress and the bridge from where excellent vistas of the whole valley are admired. Here I recommend "Tempio del Gusto"
5 - Orvieto. It is one of the most beautiful Etruscan towns in Umbria and one of the best kept. Orvieto enjoys an interesting historic heart and a ravishing cathedral that resembles the famous cathedral of Siena.
Once you are in Orvieto if you have time, it will be interesting to discover the Etruscan town.
6 –We will talk in the next post about the following 5 most interesting places in Umbria.
Best regards,
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