Destinations - Italy - Umbria
Umbria, with its unspoilt, peaceful countryside is known as the Green Heart of Italy. It is characterised by historic hilltop towns like Perugia, Assisi and Gubbio, all of them medieval gems. |  |
Its cuisine, wines and olive oil rival those of Tuscany, its more celebrated neighbour. There you will find Lake Trasimeno, Italy’s fourth largest lake and scene of Hannibal’s great victory over the Romans and Orvieto with its fine wines and beautiful cathedral.
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Local Cuisine
Tuscany and Umbria are recognised as the gastronomic heart of Italy.
Their cuisine depends on the use of the finest quality ingredients, such as the locally pressed extra virgin olive oil. In addition to Florence’s famous Bistecca alla Fiorentina (steak) and a variety of Chicken dishes, Umbria provides delicious pork specialities. Artichokes, beans and spinach provide a fine accompaniment to the main course.
Local wine lists soon remind you that you are in one of the finest wine growing regions of the world.
The great Chianti, Brunello, Montepulciano and Orvieto wines are produced in this region.
Local Attractions
- Assisi and the Basilica of St Francis
- The medieval centre of Perugia
- Lake Trasimeno
