Umbria - Known as the "Green Heart" of Italy, Umbria is right in the center of Italy. The landscape is characterized by forested hills, and fertile valleys, rivers and lakes. Umbria is the ideal place for visitors seeking the beauties of unspoilt nature and the splendors of medieval Renaissance art, or wishing to follow itineraries of historical and religious interest in the countryside that gave birth to many Saints. The villages and the towns are rich in historic monuments, churches,  and museums.  Stroll through Umbria’s ancient cobblestone streets, explore stunning cathedrals and ancient fortresses, and indulge in some of the finest food and wine in the world. Umbrian olive oil is considered by many to be Italy’s best, and the wines of Orvieto are legendary. Outside of Piemonte, Umbria is the only region where truffles are found in abundance.
 
The most important centers of cultural, artistic interest are: Perugia, Orvieto, Assisi, Gubbio, Spoleto, Todi , Norcia, Amelia, Narni and Spello, ancient cities where the secrets of the past continue to live on in the present.

City: Perugia (Umbria) - Population. 157000 - Alt: 493 m above sea level
Description: Balanced on a commanding hill high above the Tiber, Perugia is the fascinating capital city of the region of Umbria. Perugia is actually one of Italy's most walkable cities. You can navigate the narrow and steep cobblestone streets on foot. It is seat of a University, with a University for Foreigners. Perugia welcomes visitors with a combination of charm, good humor, and warm hospitality. 

Sights and Attractions: The Cathedral of S. Lorenzo; Collegio del Cambio (Frescos by Perugino); Collegio della Mercanzia ; Palazzo dei Priori (town hall and National Art Gallery); Church and abbey of San Pietro (16th C); Basilica of San Domenico; Church of S. Bernardino; Fontana Maggiore, a marble fountain sculpted by Nicolò and Giovanni Pisano;   National Museum of Umbrian Archaeology; Palazzo del Capitano del Popolo; Porta Augusta, a Roman gate; The Rocca Paolina, a Renaissance fortress; The Etruscan arch; The Etruscan Pit; The Medieval aqueduct; The Tribunali; Piazza Matteotti; The Theater Morlacchi; Church of Sant' Agata; Church of Sant' Ercolano (14th C); Church of Sant'Antonio da Padova; Church of S. Francesco al Prato; Church of S. Giuliana; Church of S. Michele Arcangelo (5th-6th centuries); Church of S. Matteo in Campo Orto; Church of SS. Stefano e Valentino; The "Hypogeum of Volumni" an Etruscan chamber tomb. 
 
Museums: Galleria Nazionale dell'Umbria, the National Gallery of Umbrian art in Middle Ages and Renaissance (works by Duccio, Piero della Francesca, Fra Angelico, Perugino); Museum of San Lorenzo (next to the Duomo, preserves a beautiful Madonna by Luca Signorelli).

Events and Festivals: Umbria Jazz  one of Europ's most celebrated jazz festivals every summer.; Eurochocolate festival.

Typical products: Truffles, exquisite cakes, chocolate.