Un vicolo del borgo di Montefalco in Umbria

Un vicolo del borgo di Montefalco in Umbria

Un vicolo del borgo di Montefalco in Umbria.
Montefalco è un incantevole borgo situato nella regione dell’Umbria, in Italia. Questo piccolo comune si trova su una collina, offrendo panorami mozzafiato sulla campagna umbra circostante. Conosciuto come la “Ringhiera dell’Umbria” per la sua posizione panoramica, Montefalco è rinomato per la sua storia, cultura e produzione vinicola.
Montefalco ha origini antiche, con tracce di insediamenti che risalgono all’epoca romana. Durante il Medioevo, la città divenne un importante centro religioso e culturale. Le mura medievali e le porte storiche, come la Porta di Sant’Agostino, testimoniano il passato glorioso della città.
Uno dei principali punti di interesse è la Chiesa di San Francesco, che oggi ospita il Museo Civico. Qui si possono ammirare affreschi di grande valore artistico, tra cui opere del famoso pittore rinascimentale Benozzo Gozzoli.

Montefalco è celebre per i suoi vini, in particolare il Sagrantino di Montefalco, un vino rosso robusto e tannico ottenuto dall’omonimo vitigno autoctono. Il Sagrantino di Montefalco è apprezzato a livello internazionale e rappresenta una delle eccellenze vinicole italiane. Oltre al Sagrantino, Montefalco produce anche ottimi vini bianchi, come il Trebbiano Spoletino.
La gastronomia locale è altrettanto rinomata, con piatti tradizionali che includono salumi, formaggi, tartufi e olio d’oliva di alta qualità. I ristoranti e le trattorie di Montefalco offrono un’esperienza culinaria autentica, dove è possibile degustare le specialità umbre abbinate ai vini locali.

Montefalco ospita numerosi eventi e manifestazioni durante l’anno, che attirano visitatori da ogni parte del mondo. Uno degli eventi più importanti è la “Settimana Enologica”, che si tiene a settembre e celebra la vendemmia con degustazioni di vini, visite alle cantine e spettacoli folcloristici.
La “Fuga del Bove” è un’altra tradizione secolare, una sorta di palio che si svolge in agosto e vede la partecipazione dei quattro quartieri della città in una serie di competizioni storiche e sportive.

La Piazza del Comune, il cuore pulsante della città, è un luogo incantevole dove passeggiare e ammirare gli edifici storici, mentre le viuzze strette e i vicoli pittoreschi invitano a esplorare ogni angolo del borgo.
Montefalco è una destinazione che incanta per la sua autenticità, la ricchezza del suo patrimonio e la calda accoglienza dei suoi abitanti. Un luogo ideale per chi desidera immergersi nella bellezza e nella cultura dell’Umbria.

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Un vicolo del borgo di Montefalco in Umbria

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Montefalco is an Italian municipality in the province of Perugia in Umbria. It is the reference point of the wine region where Sagrantino di Montefalco and Montefalco Rosso are produced. The toponym Montefalco is due, according to tradition, to Frederick II of Swabia. The emperor, visiting the places in the 13th century, having noted the large number of falcons, decided to change the name of the place from Coccorone (Cors Coronae) to the current one.
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An alley in the village of Montefalco in Umbria – Une ruelle dans le village de Montefalco en Ombrie – Un callejón en el pueblo de Montefalco en Umbría – Um beco na aldeia de Montefalco, na Úmbria – Eine Gasse im Dorf Montefalco in Umbrien – Một con hẻm ở làng Montefalco ở Umbria

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The Fountain in Silvestri Square in Bevagna

La Fontana Monumentale in piazza Filippo Silvestri a Bevagna

The Monumental Fountain in Piazza Filippo Silvestri in Bevagna.
If you visit the beautiful village of Bevagna, in Umbria, you must pass through the main square (Piazza Filippo Silvestri) where you will find this beautiful monumental fountain that was built right in front of the church of San Silvestro.

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La Fontana Monumentale in piazza Filippo Silvestri a Bevagna

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Filippo Silvestri (Bevagna, 22 June 1873 – Portici, 10 June 1949) was an Italian entomologist. His subsequent career developed within this structure, becoming director of the Istituto superiore agrario of Portici between 1920 and 1930 and bringing it to worldwide fame. The collection of insects of the institute, which includes about two thousand species collected by Silvestri in over half a century of activity, is still considered among the most important in the world.
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The monumental fountain in the square dedicated to Filippo Silvestri in Bevagna – La fontaine monumentale de la place dédiée à Filippo Silvestri à Bevagna – La fuente monumental en la plaza dedicada a Filippo Silvestri en Bevagna – A fonte monumental da praça dedicada a Filippo Silvestri em Bevagna – Der monumentale Brunnen auf dem Filippo Silvestri gewidmeten Platz in Bevagna – Đài phun nước hoành tráng tại quảng trường dành riêng cho Filippo Silvestri ở Bevagna

A glimpse of Spello, the splendid Umbrian village

Uno scorcio di Spello, lo splendido borgo umbro

A glimpse of Spello, the splendid Umbrian village.
On my last holiday I went to beautiful Umbria and visited some of the most beautiful villages in Italy.
One of these is definitely Spello with its stone alleys.
In one of these I found this beautiful red FIAT 500 and I certainly couldn't help but take a photo (very iconic).

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Uno scorcio di Spello, lo splendido borgo umbro

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Spello (Hispellum in Latin) is an Italian municipality in the province of Perugia in Umbria. It is part of the circuit of the most beautiful villages in Italy and boasts the Orange Flag tourist-environmental quality brand, awarded by the Italian Touring Club. Spello was founded by the Umbrians and then named Hispellum in Roman times; it was then registered with the Lemonia tribe. Later declared "Colonia Giulia" by Caesar and "Splendidissima Colonia Julia" by Augustus, because it supported him in the war of Perugia; after the victory of Augustus, he himself ceded to Hispellum a good part of the territories governed by Perusia and the dominion of the city of Spello extended to the sources of the Clitunno, which were previously under the possession of Mevania. Later it was called "Flavia Costante" by Constantine. Ancient Spello was considered one of the most important cities in Roman Umbria.
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A glimpse of Spello, the splendid Umbrian village – Un aperçu de Spello, le splendide village de l’Ombrie – Un vistazo a Spello, el espléndido pueblo de Umbría – Um vislumbre de Spello, a esplêndida aldeia da Úmbria – Ein Blick auf Spello, das prächtige umbrische Dorf – Một cái nhìn thoáng qua về Spello, ngôi làng Umbrian lộng lẫy

The splendid Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi

La splendida Basilica di San Francesco d'Assisi

The magnificent Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi.
The Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi is one of the most revered sites in Christianity and an architectural and artistic masterpiece. Located in the picturesque town of Assisi in Umbria, the basilica is dedicated to Saint Francis, the founder of the Franciscan Order, known for his life of poverty, humility and love for all creatures. The Basilica is composed of two overlapping churches, the Lower Basilica and the Upper Basilica, both filled with priceless works of art and profound spirituality.
Construction of the Basilica of Saint Francis began in 1228, immediately after the canonization of Saint Francis, at the behest of Pope Gregory IX. The basilica was completed in a relatively short time: the Lower Basilica was consecrated in 1230, while the Upper Basilica was finished and consecrated in 1253.

The entrance to the Lower Basilica is through a portal decorated with intricate Gothic motifs. The interior is characterized by a secluded and spiritual atmosphere, with a series of richly frescoed side chapels. The frescoes of the Lower Basilica are attributed to great artists such as Cimabue, Pietro Lorenzetti and Simone Martini, and illustrate scenes from the life of Christ, the Madonna and Saint Francis.
One of the most important points of the Lower Basilica is the crypt, which houses the tomb of Saint Francis. The tomb is a pilgrimage destination for millions of faithful from all over the world, who come to pay homage to the saint and pray at his tomb.

The Upper Basilica, built in Gothic style, is known for its brightness and its large stained glass windows that flood the interior with light. The single nave is decorated with one of the most famous fresco cycles in the history of art, attributed to Giotto and his school. These frescoes narrate the life of St. Francis in a series of 28 scenes, from his encounter with the leper to his sermon to the birds, up to his death.
Giotto's frescoes are considered a milestone in Western art, marking the transition from Byzantine Mannerism to naturalistic and human representation. Each scene is characterized by extraordinary vivacity and emotional depth, making the story of the saint accessible and touching for all visitors.
Adjacent to the Basilica is the Sacro Convento, a monastic complex that houses a community of Franciscan friars. The cloister of the convent is a place of great serenity, with its well-kept garden and colonnade that offers a place of reflection and prayer. The convent also houses a library and an archive that preserve manuscripts and documents of inestimable historical and spiritual value.

The Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi is much more than just a historical monument; it is a place of profound spirituality and devotion. The basilica was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2000, recognizing its universal value as a symbol of faith and art.
Every year, the basilica welcomes millions of pilgrims and tourists who come to pay homage to Saint Francis, to pray at his tomb and to immerse themselves in the beauty of the works of art that adorn its walls. The basilica is also a place of liturgical celebrations and cultural events, which help keep alive the memory and legacy of the saint of Assisi.

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La splendida Basilica di San Francesco d'Assisi

La splendida Basilica di San Francesco d'Assisi

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Wished by Pope Gregory IX as a specialis ecclesia, it was awarded by the same Pontiff the title of Caput et Mater of the Order of Friars Minor and at the same time entrusted in perpetuity to the same friars. It is part of the non-extraterritorial properties of the Holy See, therefore it does not enjoy diplomatic immunity. In the complex history that marked the evolution of the Order, the basilica (and the annexed Sacred Convent) was always looked after by the so-called "friars of the community", the group that later went on to form the Order of Friars Minor Conventual.
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The splendid Basilic of St. Francis of Assisi – La splendide basilique de San Francesco d’Assisi – La espléndida basílica de San Francisco de Asís – A esplêndida basílica de San Francesco d’Assisi – Die prächtige Basilika San Francesco d’Assisi – Vương cung thánh đường lộng lẫy San Francesco d’Assisi

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The view of the medieval aqueduct of Perugia

La vista sull'acquedotto medievale di Perugia

The view of the medieval aqueduct of Perugia.
The aqueduct of Perugia (also called the Medieval Aqueduct of the Fontana Maggiore) represents one of the most significant works of medieval engineering in Italy. Built between the 13th and 14th centuries, it played a crucial role in the water supply of the city, contributing to urban development and the well-being of its inhabitants. Today, the aqueduct is a historical monument of great tourist and cultural interest.

The construction of the Perugia aqueduct began in 1254 and was completed in 1280. The work was commissioned by the Municipality of Perugia to respond to the growing need for drinking water, essential for an expanding city. The aqueduct exploited the springs of Monte Pacciano, located about 5 km west of the city, and transported the water to the city center through a system of canals, bridges and pipes.
The route of the aqueduct was partly underground and partly elevated, with a section that crossed the old city on stone arches. This visible part, which winds through the historic center, is today a charming pedestrian walk that allows you to admire panoramic views of the city and the surrounding landscape.

The Perugia aqueduct was an advanced engineering feat for its time. Built mostly of local stone, it used a gravity system to carry water from its springs to the city. The slope was precisely calculated to ensure a constant and regular flow, avoiding stagnation and leaks.
The arches, carefully constructed to withstand the stresses of time, are one of the most characteristic elements of the route. The most famous stretch is the one that passes through the village of Porta Sole, where the aqueduct runs on a row of arches that offer a breathtaking view.
The aqueduct not only guaranteed the water supply, but also had an important social and symbolic function. It represented the power and efficiency of the Municipality of Perugia, a political entity that asserted itself thanks to its ability to manage vital resources such as water.
During the Renaissance and up to the modern age, the aqueduct remained in use, undergoing various maintenance and renovation interventions. Even today, some of its parts are integrated into the modern water system of the city.

Today, the Perugia aqueduct is a popular tourist route. The pedestrian path that follows the ancient route of the aqueduct is known as “Via dell’Acquedotto” and offers a peaceful and scenic walk through the historic center and surrounding green areas.
Along the way, you can observe several points of interest, including ancient fountains, remains of cisterns and segments of the original conduits. In addition, the walk offers a unique perspective on the urban structure of Perugia, with its narrow streets, stairways and medieval houses.

The aqueduct is an extraordinary testimony to medieval engineering and the value that water management had for the cities of the time. Today, in addition to being an important tourist attraction, it represents a historical and cultural heritage of inestimable value, a symbol of the human ability to adapt the environment to their needs without compromising the beauty and integrity of the landscape.
Through its conservation and enhancement, the aqueduct continues to tell the story of Perugia, a city that has been able to grow and prosper thanks also to the wisdom and foresight of its ancient inhabitants.

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La vista sull'acquedotto medievale di Perugia

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The medieval aqueduct of the Fontana Maggiore is a medieval aqueduct located in the city of Perugia. The aqueduct, more than 4 kilometers long, was built to bring water to the Fontana Maggiore. Historically less highlighted than the fountain and considered as its poor relative, it was nevertheless a work of great historical importance and of extraordinary daring for the time.
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The view of the medieval aqueduct of Perugia – La vue de l’aqueduc médiéval de Pérouse – La vista del acueducto medieval de Perugia. – A vista do aqueduto medieval de Perugia – Der Blick auf das mittelalterliche Aquädukt von Perugia – Quang cảnh cống dẫn nước thời trung cổ của Perugia

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Il rosone della Basilica di San Francesco ad Assisi

Il rosone della facciata della Basilica di San Francesco ad Assisi

Il rosone della facciata della Basilica di San Francesco ad Assisi.
Qualche mese fa sono stato, assieme a mia moglie, in vacanza qualche giorno in Umbria. Una delle tappe della vacanza è stata Assisi e ovviamente non poteva mancare una visita alla famosa Basilica di cui vi descrivo un particolare in questo post.

Il rosone della Basilica di San Francesco ad Assisi è una delle caratteristiche architettoniche più distintive di questo importante luogo di culto. Situata nella città di Assisi, in Umbria, la basilica è famosa per essere la chiesa principale dedicata a San Francesco d’Assisi, il fondatore dell’ordine francescano.
Il rosone si trova nella facciata superiore della basilica, sopra il portale principale. È un elemento decorativo di grande valore artistico e simbolico. I rosone sono tipicamente rotondi o poligonali e sono caratterizzati da un intreccio di vetrate colorate che creano motivi geometrici o figurativi.

Oltre alla basilica superiore, la basilica inferiore è anch’essa un luogo significativo, contenente le cripte dove è sepolto San Francesco. Entrambe le parti della basilica sono patrimonio mondiale dell’UNESCO e attraggono visitatori da tutto il mondo per la loro bellezza artistica e il loro significato spirituale.

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Il rosone della facciata della Basilica di San Francesco ad Assisi

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La chiesa superiore presenta una facciata semplice a “capanna”. La parte alta è decorata con un rosone centrale, con ai lati i simboli degli Evangelisti in rilievo. La parte bassa è arricchita dal maestoso portale strombato. Sul lato sinistro della facciata è stata appoggiata , nel Seicento, la Loggia delle benedizioni dalla quale, in epoca passata, si mostrava il Velo santo della Madonna. Sullo stesso lato, poco dopo la costruzione della chiesa superiore, è stato innalzato il campanile, un tempo cuspidato.
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The rose window of the facade of the church dedicated to Saint Francis in Assisi – La rosace de la façade de l’église dédiée à Saint François d’Assise – El rosetón de la fachada de la iglesia dedicada a San Francisco en Asís – A rosácea na fachada da igreja dedicada a São Francisco em Assis – Das Rosettenfenster an der Fassade der dem Heiligen Franziskus geweihten Kirche in Assisi – Cửa sổ hoa hồng trên mặt tiền nhà thờ kính Thánh Phanxicô ở Assisi

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Foto di Assisi – Italia

Assisi

Foto di Assisi – Italia

Le foto della splendida città di Assisi e dei luoghi di vita di San Francesco che da molto tempo sono ormai su questo sito ma per le quali non avevo mai fatto un post singolo.

Assisi

L’autrice di questa e di tutte le altre foto è la signora Fazzini.

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La facciata del Duomo di Orvieto

duomo di Orvieto

La facciata del Duomo di Orvieto.
La galleria con le foto di Orvieto è stata inserita diverso tempo fa ma mancava un bel post rimandante a quelle foto.
Ve ne inserisco una qui, con un particolare della facciata del Duomo della cittadina:

duomo di Orvieto

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