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Package name: Todi and Orvieto, the city perched on an outcrop
Duration: 1 day
An itinerary full of surprises: from Orvieto, a natural stage chosen by famous Italian directors, to Todi, founded on a hilltop at the behest of an eagle.
Why choose this package?
Sacred and Profane: the two faces of Orvieto
A stroll through Orvieto is a rejuvenating experience; it feels like stepping onto a film set—recalling the "Action!" called by directors like Ettore Scola and the Taviani brothers. The charming comedic sketches of Anna Marchesini—who was born in this very city—still seem to echo through the narrow lanes. This splendid town is home to the Duomo, the city’s symbol and one of the most beautiful cathedrals in Italy and the world—an extraordinary blend of Gothic and Romanesque styles. The enchanting façade captivates the visitor, drawing the eye to the artistic beauty of the rose window, which features the face of Christ at its center. Approaching the Chapel of San Brizio—renowned for its walls and vaults frescoed by Luca Signorelli—demands the same respectful silence one observes when admiring the cathedral’s exterior.
Lunch is served!
A welcoming smile and a warm, sincere reception will make you feel at ease right away. The produce of these woodlands forms the heart of traditional dishes that showcase impeccable culinary artistry passed down from father to son.
Orvieto and Todi: a slice of heaven within reach
Just as Orvieto reaches high into the sky, the city of Todi also stands majestically atop a hill. Watching over the latter is the keen eye of an eagle that, according to legend, snatched a tablecloth during a picnic and dropped it on the hilltop—a divine sign indicating that the city should be founded there rather than on the plain. It is no coincidence that the area behind the Cathedral of the Santissima Annunziata—also known as the Duomo—is called "Nidola" (eagle's nest). Sitting on Piazza del Popolo with a coffee, one can soak up the history of the surrounding palazzi and admire the town's medieval charm. Finally, just as one encounters the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls when leaving Rome, here one finds the Temple of Santa Maria della Consolazione—a quintessential example of Renaissance architecture situated just outside the town's 13th century walls.
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