Travel guide and Information of Orvieto Umbria Italy

This descritpion page of Orvieto, in the italian region of Umbria, will guide you in planning your trip to italy and help you find useful travel information about this italian city

Orvieto has enthralled many a poet, theologian and artist with its happy situation, at the top of a hillside, looking down into the Umbrian wilds. Michelangelo, Thomas Aquinas and several hundred years of popes spent time in this charming environment, and left footprints for you to follow. Situated between Rome and Florence, Orvieto is an easy stop for those looking to explore the countryside, and a convenient base for exploring Umbria and southern Tuscany.

Timelessness is an adjective often applied to Italy, but rarely is it more accurate than in Orvieto. Celebrated internationally for it efforts, the town has sought to preserve its traditions, in art and architecture, as well as lifestyles.  A major player in the Slow Food movement, you'll find that Orvieto's efforts have created a charming place for those looking to get away from it all. Festivals, music and art combine with history to create an ideal retreat.

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