Casale dei Dotti is a characteristic Umbrian farmhouse dating back to 1864. It has been recently renovated with a careful restoration and respect for the traditional architecture of the area. The exterior and part of the interior are covered with the recovered local stone. The ancient beams, the fire of…
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Giomici Castle
Giomici Castle is a medieval fortress dating back to the 11th century. It was built to defend the Chiascio Valley from attacks by Gubbio’s historic enemies, namely those from the cities of Perugia and Assisi. There are two well-kept medieval towers, a few houses and a little church dating back…
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Castle Monticelli consists of a group of historic buildings and has four military towers that dominate harmoniously a medieval village of rare beauty. The construction of at least some of its buildings could date back to the 6th century. It is part of a territory called Contado di Porta Eburnia,…
Continue Reading Castello di MonticelliCastle of Montignano
The origins of the Castle of Montignano date back to 962, when the Saxon Emperor Otto I reigned in Italy. In 1908, after wars, changes of ownership and use and a long abandonment lasted 20 years, the Castle of Montignano was bought by the Alcini family of Massa Martana, the…
Continue Reading Castle of MontignanoCastello di Ramazzano – Cantine Alliani
Castello di Ramazzano is a fortification dating back to the twelfth century, which has preserved over time the crenellated walls in Guelph style, a tower and an inner courtyard with a well which is 40 meters deep and communicating with the basement of the Palace. The castle is surrounded by…
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UMBRIA REGION – A Castle of the IX century completely rebuilt. Rosciano Castle, formerly called Russanum, Rescanum, Recsano and Rusciano, is located in the fraction of the municipality of Torgiano called Signoria. This castle, which was built on an Etruscan later Roman site, was destroyed in 548, despite being considered…
Continue Reading Castello di RoscianoColcaprile
Colcaprile is an old farmhouse elegantly aand perfectly renovated respecting the Umbrian landscape. It is immersed in the vegetation of the Mount Subasio Park, overlooking one of the most beautiful cities in the world: Assisi. It represents the Region Umbria in the most authentic way. This location is situated a…
Continue Reading ColcaprileColdimolino Country House & Villa Nuti Resort
Coldimolino is a Country House born from an ancient rural complex that dates back to 700. It is the result of a long and skilful restoration accomplished by the owners who have strong links with this wonderful and magical place. Coldimolino rises 500 meters above sea level and it is…
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Umbria preserves intact the splendor that history has given it. An imposing tradition and lush nature offer on a silver plate all the ingredients that serve a high quality of life. The Moraiolo farmhouses complete the picture. Recently restored, respecting the architectural features of Umbrian country houses, they are all…
Continue Reading I CASALI DEL MORAIOLOLa Palazzetta del Vescovo
SMALL BOUTIQUE HOTEL IN UMBRIA The Palazzetta del Vescovo is a small boutique hotel in the center of Umbria, making it the ideal location for visiting the most important cities in the region. Not far from Rome and Florence, it sits on a hill and boasts a splendid view of…
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