Beautiful walk up, although it can be quite a strenuous hike, there is an easy path once you're close, but it's a long long way up (1300m+) Altitude. Once you get to the castle though it's fantastic, beautiful views over surrounding villages and mountains, the castle itself is free to enter and has a viewing point at the top. I really recommend you drive up and park at some of the small designated parking areas, about a 2k hike from there once parked.

A must visit if in the area. Extremely cool castle you can go inside. Also a nice church. Park at the very end of the road and it’s. 15 minute hike up to the castle

Rocco Calascio is such a special place. The views are breathtaking and the walk to the site is fun but not too challenging. We went around sunset on a late spring eve and it was amazing. This moment will stay with me forever.

A day trip to Rocca Calascio followed by Campo Imperatore is easily manageable and absolutely worthwhile. I recommend heading up early on a weekday to avoid crowds, especially when visiting the castle. The main challenge is parking—spaces near the top are limited, and the narrow road can quickly become congested with two-way traffic. There is parking in the lower village, but be prepared for a steep uphill hike if you start from there. From the upper parking area, the walk to the castle is relatively gentle with a couple of easy paths, though the final stretch is rocky. The panoramic views from the top are stunning, and several hiking trails extend out into the surrounding hills. Entry to the castle is free, though donations are appreciated. Just below the castle, in the upper village, you’ll find a couple of small bars, cafés, and shops, along with a public toilet (50 cents, honesty box). Overall, it’s a fantastic outing—beautiful, atmospheric, and highly recommended.

Fantastic place to visit Once in a life time memory Need to hike up n down a bit but kids can do it n hv traffic control until 7pm so after u can drive up , before is only walking or bus

Nice hike with great views from the top. Totally worth the climb. It’s free to visit.

Beautiful walk till the castle if you take the long route.

A beautiful cathedral in the square. The marble columns were enormous holding up the roof. There was netting over the ceiling to protect people from stones falling down after the 2016 earthquake

Beautiful cathedral but especially interesting is the amazing polyptych by Carlo Crivelli on the right of the transept. Interesting crypt as well with possibly reused columns

Very atmospheric place,

Great crypt 10/10 would get buried here

Beautiful Cathedral, under the first floor are fresce that are so nice and so unique. I also had opportunity to visit baptisery that is placed next to the church but its still different building. So nice and special. The lady that was volunteering inside (Maria) I think it's her name - was amazing. I recommend to visit cathedral & baptisery 🙏🏻

The cathedral itself is extremely beautiful and well worth a quick visit. Unfortunately the catacombs/crypts are not officially open and I would say that there is no guarantee that you are allowed to enter them which is a bit unfortunate as they are one of the unique things about this cathedral.

it's very beautiful cathedral and it has a big square front of it, it should be your first destination when you arrive to the city

One of the beautiful squares in Europe!

Most amazing square in Italy

Amazing

(Translated by Google) Beautiful and large square in front of the town hall and the cathedral. A meeting place for all of Ascoli. The Quintana parade passes through here. Enjoy your visit! (Original) Bellissima e grande piazza davanti al palazzo del comune e al duomo. Luogo di ritrovo di tutta Ascoli. Qui sfila il corteo della Quintana. Buona visita

(Translated by Google) A beautiful square in the historic center of Ascoli Piceno. This square is home to several historic buildings, the Cathedral of Sant'Emidio, the Diocesan Museum, and two monumental fountains, built in different eras but mirroring each other, with drinkable water gushing from the mouths of fish. Various bars and restaurants located directly on the square offer a historic aperitif. (Original) Piazza bellissima del centro storico di Ascoli Piceno. Su tale piazza ci sono vari palazzi storici, il duomo di Sant'Emidio, il museo diocesano, due fontane monumentali realizzate in epoche diverse ma speculari, con acqua potabile zampillante dalla bocca di pesci. Vari locali ubicati direttamente sulla piazza per un aperitivo immerso nella storia

(Translated by Google) One of the most beautiful squares in Ascoli Piceno, where the cathedral overlooks along with other historic buildings. One corner is occupied by the Baptistery of San Giovanni which is absolutely worth a visit. (Original) Una delle piazze più belle di Ascoli Piceno, dove si affaccia il duomo insieme ad altri palazzi storici. Un angolo è occupato dal Battistero di San Giovanni che merita assolutamente di essere visitato.

(Translated by Google) Sara Giorgi was a wonderful guide today, August 31st, with the CAI group from Mandello del Lario in the province of Lecco. We discovered the beauty of this city, rich in history and culture, thanks to her story. (Original) Bravissima guida sara giorgi oggi 31 agosto con il gruppo del CAI di Mandello del lario prov di lecco. Abbiamo scoperto le bellezze di questa città ricca di storia e cultura.grazie al suo racconto.

The room is in a busy street with constant noise and poor insulation. I was frequently awaken by loud people passing by and there was a garbage truck that seemed to be collecting trash from late hours until early morning, right in front of the building. The included breakfast is actually a voucher for one drink and one pastry piece in a nearby bistro.

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(Translated by Google) The B&B Piazza Del Popolo in Ascoli Piceno stands out for its strategic position, a few steps from the beautiful Piazza del Popolo. Despite being quite noisy at night, this is the price you pay for staying in the beating heart of the historic centre. The facility is very clean and the staff are exceptionally friendly and helpful. Recommended for those who want to immerse themselves in the lively atmosphere of Ascoli. (Original) Il B&B Piazza Del Popolo di Ascoli Piceno si distingue per la sua posizione strategica, a pochi passi dalla bellissima Piazza del Popolo. Pur essendo piuttosto rumoroso di notte, questo è il prezzo da pagare per soggiornare nel cuore pulsante del centro storico. La struttura è molto pulita e il personale si rivela eccezionalmente gentile e disponibile. Consigliato per chi desidera immergersi nell'atmosfera vivace di Ascoli.

(Translated by Google) You practically sleep in Piazza del Popolo... excellent welcome from the very kind owners. (Original) Praticamente dormi in Piazza del Popolo... ottima accoglienza dei proprietari gentilissimi.

(Translated by Google) The B&B is located in the center a few steps from the square and services in general. The lady who welcomed us was very kind and helpful and provided us with valuable information. The room is nice but I would recommend some more attention to the accuracy of the finishing and a little more to the cleanliness of the room. I would also like to point out that my room was adjacent to another and communicating with a door (locked of course) but with simple noises or chatter, there was no privacy (especially at night or in the silence of the early morning). Breakfast included which is consumed at a partner bar. I can't give information on this because I didn't use the breakfast voucher. (Original) Il beb si trova al centro a pochi passi dalla piazza e servizi in generale. La signora che ci ha accolto molto gentile e disponibile che ci ha fornito informazioni preziose . La camera carina ma consiglierei qualche attenzione in più nell’accuratezza delle rifiniture e qualcosina in più nella pulizia della stanza . Vorrei anche segnalare che la mia stanza era adiacente con un’altra e comunicante con una porta ( naturalmente chiusa a chiave ) ma con semplici rumori o chiacchiere, non si aveva la privacy ( sopratutto nelle ore notturne o nel silenzio della mattina presto) . La colazione inclusa che si consuma presso un bar convenzionato . Non posso dare informazioni in merito perché non ho utilizzato il buono colazione .

(Translated by Google) The owner was really kind, the b&b is located in a very central historic building. Breakfast is at the Boccascena pastry shop, a wide choice of excellent quality products. The rooms are large corresponding to the photos on the site. Ascoli Piceno, beautiful city. (Original) Il titolare è stato veramente gentile, il b&b si trova in un palazzo storico centralissimo. La colazione è presso la pasticceria Boccascena, vasta scelta di prodotti di ottima qualità. Le camere sono ampie corrispondenti alle foto del sito. Ascoli Piceno, città bellissima.

(Translated by Google) Strategic location in the center. Valerio kindly accompanied us to the room and gave interesting advice about the city. Historic building from the 16th century. Comfortable bed The agreement with the Saba Torricella car park is excellent. Very good priest's hat and coffee for breakfast at the nearby Boccascena bar (Original) Posizione strategica in pieno centro. Valerio ci ha gentilmente accompagnato alla stanza e dato consigli interessanti sulla città. Palazzo storico del 500. Letto comodo Ottima la convenzione con il parcheggio Saba Torricella . Cappello del prete e caffè molto buoni come colazione al bar Boccascena convenzionato

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(Translated by Google) I visited this abbey on an unfortunately sad occasion. I found it wonderful, with the classic ancient beauty of Romanesque abbeys. Note the presence of the two frescoes behind the altar and the presence of towers with interesting historical signs. There is also an upper church. I hope to return to visit it completely. Last but not least, it is located between a three-star hotel and a restaurant, in a beautiful countryside area a stone's throw from Macerata. (Original) Ho visitato questa abbazia in una occasione purtroppo triste. L'ho trovata meravigliosa, con la classica bellezza antica delle abbazie romaniche. Da notare la presenza dei due affreschi dietro l'altare e la presenza di torri con cartelli storici interessanti. C'è anche una chiesa superiore. Spero di tornarci per visitarla completamente. Per ultimo ma non meno importante, si trova tra un hotel tre stelle e un ristoro, in una zona di campagna bellissima a due passi da Macerata.

(Translated by Google) "I can't see Byzantium because of that pond..." In the Chienti valley, near the remains of Pausolae, there is an isolated, ancient, imposing San Claudio al Chienti. A church that looks like a fortress and which hides a secret linked to the life, and perhaps also to the death, of Emperor Charlemagne. It has existed since at least the 5th century, documented since the 11th century, it is the church of the origins, the oldest testimony of Romanesque architecture in the Marche, intact in its original conformation and inserted in an intact landscape. The church boasts several peculiarities. It has an inscribed Greek cross: it has a plan articulated by four pillars, which form a Greek cross inscribed in a square. There are semicircular apses along the perimeter: on the sides and on the eastern side. The external wall surfaces are treated with blind arches and pilasters. It has been said that the plan was of Byzantine influence and the circular towers of Ravenna. But then a Western model of Nordic origin was traced in the two-level palatine chapels, in the triconche apse endings of the German area, in the facades flanked by towers present in Normandy and Germany. Many of the church's characteristics are shared by a small group of churches in the Marche, including San Vittore alle Chiuse di Genga and Santa Maria delle Moje, of which San Claudio is considered the progenitor. The dedication to Saint Claudius, a martyr of Pannonian origin (today's Hungary) from the time of Diocletian (reign 284-305 AD), is documented for the lower church, while it is not known for the upper one which was originally completed by a central dome . Well-founded logical assumptions and proven sources say that San Claudio was the palatine chapel of the imperial palace of Aachen at the time of Charlemagne. Acha Grannus or Granno Waters? San Claudio seat of the Carolingian court and epicenter of the reborn Roman empire. Structure - Two round towers give a vertical impetus to the entire structure, which without these and the apses would appear like a cube. Two superimposed classrooms perfectly coinciding in plan and volume. Four central supports that determine the layout of nine equal square spans. On the back three apses and two others on the sides, one on each side. A staircase leads to the upper floor which is accessed through an Istrian stone portal with bundles of columns. Inside there is a succession of columns and arches that determine a spatial rigor. Two small doors lead to the towers with a spiral staircase inside them. Along the climb you can admire the surrounding landscape from some openings. In the final part of the towers there is a steep wooden ladder. The two towers with single and double lancet openings were partly rebuilt in the 13th century after the Macerata incursion of 1212. The lower church, identical to the upper one, is entirely above ground so it cannot be compared to a crypt, and is more intimate thanks to the shape of the vaults. In the central apse there are two frescoes by an unknown author, dating back to the second half of the 1400s, depicting San Rocco and San Claudio. This one, being the protector of masons, was painted with hammer, square and trowel. (Original) "Non posso vedere Bisanzio a causa di quello stagno..." Nella valle del Chienti, nei pressi dei resti di Pausolae, si trova, isolata, antica, imponente, San Claudio al Chienti. Una chiesa che sembra una fortezza e che nasconde un segreto legato alla vita, e forse anche alla morte, di Carlo Magno Imperatore. Esiste almeno dal V secolo, documentata dall’XI secolo, è la chiesa delle origini, la più antica testimonianza dell’architettura romanica nelle Marche, integra nella sua conformazione originaria e inserita in un paesaggio intatto. La chiesa vanta parecchie peculiarità. È a croce greca iscritta: ha una pianta articolata da quattro pilastri, che formano una croce greca iscritta in un quadrato. Sono presenti absidi semicircolari lungo il perimetro: sui fianchi e sul lato orientale. Le superfici murarie esterne sono trattate con archetti ciechi e lesene. È stato detto che la pianta fosse di influenza bizantina e le torri circolari del ravennate. Ma poi è stato rintracciato un modello occidentale di origine nordica nelle cappelle palatine a due livelli, nelle terminazioni absidali triconche di area tedesca, nelle facciate affiancate da torri presenti in Normandia e Germania. Molte delle caratteristiche della chiesa sono condivise da un piccolo gruppo di chiese marchigiane, tra cui San Vittore alle Chiuse di Genga e Santa Maria delle Moje, di cui San Claudio è ritenuto il capostipite. La dedicazione a San Claudio, martire di origine Pannonica (odierna Ungheria) dell’epoca di Diocleziano (regno 284-305 dC), è documentata per la chiesa inferiore, mentre non è nota per quella superiore che in origine era completata da una cupola centrale. Presupposti logici fondati e fonti provate vogliono San Claudio la cappella palatina della reggia imperiale di Aquisgrana ai tempi di Carlo Magno. Acha Grannus o Acque di Granno? San Claudio sede della corte carolingia ed epicentro del rinato impero Romano. Struttura - Due torri rotonde donano uno slancio verticale a tutta la struttura, che senza queste e le absidi apparirebbe come un cubo. Due aule sovrapposte perfettamente coincidenti in planimetria e volumetria. Quattro sostegni centrali che determinano lo schema a nove campate quadrate uguali. Sul retro tre absidi e altre due ai lati, una per fiancata. Una scalinata conduce al piano superiore cui si accede per un portale in pietra d’Istria a fasci di colonnine. Dentro è un susseguirsi di colonne ed archi che determinano un rigore spaziale. Due porticine conducono alle torri percorse al loro interno da una scalinata a chiocciola, lungo la salita da alcune aperture si può ammirare il paesaggio circostante. Nella parte finale delle torri c’è una ripida scala in legno a pioli. Le due torri con aperture monofore e bifore, sono state in parte ricostruite nel XIII secolo dopo l’incursione maceratese del 1212. La chiesa inferiore identica a quella superiore, è tutta fuori terra per cui non è equiparabile ad una cripta, ed è più raccolta grazie all’andamento delle volte. Nell’abside centrale ci sono due affreschi di autore ignoto, risalenti alla seconda metà del 1400 con su raffigurati San Rocco e San Claudio. Questo, essendo il protettore dei muratori, è stato dipinto con martello, squadra e cazzuola.

(Translated by Google) Honestly, I thought better... only found the part of the crypt open. (Original) Sinceramente pensavo meglio.... trovato aperto solo la parte della cripta.

(Translated by Google) The grandeur of this structure strikes the visitor at first glance. It is certainly a Romanesque church which is divided into two rooms, one upper and the other lower, giving a feeling of space which in my opinion is not very conducive to concentration in prayer. In fact, the environment appears cold but still a place of great architectural and artistic prestige (Original) L’imponenza di questa struttura colpisce il visitatore al primo sguardo. E’ certamente una Chiesa romanica che si sdoppia in due ambienti, uno superiore e l’altro inferiore dando una sensazione di spazio che poco concilia a mio parere il raccoglimento in preghiera. In effetti l’ambiente si presenta freddo ma comunque un luogo di grande prestigio architettonico ed artistico

Beautiful cave tour with good explanations. Highly recommended to wear trekking shoes as some parts in the route are wet and slippery. The temperature inside the caves is always 12 Celsius so come prepare with the right cloth. If you want the tour in English or Spanish you must ask when making the reservation, a few days or week ahead. Free parking outside the caves.

It is located in the countryside but there are lots of signs along the road to help you get there. You have to enter in timed intervals with a guide. We looked online, and you can see how many spots are available for each interval. So we started to drive there, not sure exactly which interval we would be on time for, and purchased our ticket once we got there. Our guide was Lara - the tour was in English and Italian. She is very knowledgeable and a lot of fun. She gives you time to take photos at each area, but at the same time, she keeps the group moving along. There is time to ask questions. There is nowhere else in Italy quite like this, so it is well worth the admission fee. The time spent inside was perfect, about 1 hr and 20 minutes. Dress warmly for temperatures about 10 degrees C.

Stiffe Caves are worth it! ⛰️ For €14, you get 1.15 hours of underground adventure and about 1 km of 'cave cardio'. There’s even a tiny river inside — nature’s own plumbing system. . The tour is only in Italian, but no worries — stalactites don’t need subtitles. Just smile, nod, and enjoy the view. Highly recommended!

Despite the email telling us our reservation was good for 15min after the starting point, and the fact that we made reservations in advance the tour did not wait a few extra minutes for us to join. We were not offered a refund, just to switch our times or a coupon valid for 1yr, which is not beneficial to tourists especially given the out of the way nature of this attraction.

Amazing place to see however we felt rushed through the whole visit. There is no time to properly look at the amazing caves, waterfalls and other formations hidden under the ground. The guide doesn't provide any descriptions in other languages than Italian so it would be useful to have access to an audio guide at least in English. Overall it is a must see place but there is a lot of room for improvements, to make the whole experience even more unforgettable.

Great place to visit - some fascinating cave structures

What nature can carve ….really astonishing. Parking for free in vicinity. Tickets also online available. The caves are stunning. Too bad that tour is Italian only language although the tour guide was from Australia and she could‘ve say some more in her native language.

Very important basilica with relics of st Pope Celestin V. It was built in 1288 according to vote of the Pope (at that moment he was only Pietro Morrone), it was collapsed and renovated many times due to terrible earhquakes (Who call Rome, Eternal City? L'Aquila is real Eternal City!), last time it was half-destroyed in 2009 and renovated again. Basilica has beautiful western facade - half-Gothic, half-Renaissance, and you must see Holy Door on the northern side (1397). Due to bull of st Celestin V, whoever enters basilica by Holy Door between vespers of 28 and 29 of August every year will have absolution of all his sins. In the church it's possible to see relics of Celestin V inside the mausoleum (XV-XVI centuries)

The Basilica di Santa Maria di Collemaggio, rising just outside the walls of L’Aquila, is one of the most beautiful and historically significant churches in central Italy—a masterpiece of medieval Abruzzese architecture and a timeless symbol of faith, humility, and forgiveness. Founded in 1288 by the hermit Pietro da Morrone, who would later become Pope Celestine V, the basilica was built after he experienced a divine vision of the Virgin Mary on the hill of Collemaggio. On August 29, 1294, it became the site of his papal coronation—the only pope ever crowned outside Rome—and it was here that he instituted the Perdonanza Celestiniana, the first plenary indulgence in history, predating even the Jubilee Year of the Catholic Church. Since then, every year on August 28–29, thousands of pilgrims pass through its Holy Door (Porta Santa) seeking spiritual renewal and forgiveness. The basilica’s façade is one of Italy’s most distinctive: a geometric tapestry of pink and white limestone, arranged in diamond and square patterns, with three rose windows symbolizing the Holy Trinity. The central portal, richly carved with floral and symbolic motifs, opens into a vast interior of serene simplicity—three naves divided by octagonal pillars, a stone floor mirroring the pink-and-white geometry of the exterior, and soft light filtering through narrow Gothic windows. Inside lies the tomb of Pope Celestine V, an exquisite Renaissance monument sculpted in 1517 by Girolamo da Vicenza, and numerous frescoes from the 13th to 16th centuries depicting Marian scenes and episodes from the saint’s life. The Holy Door, located on the left side of the church, is adorned with a lunette fresco of the Virgin and Child with Saints John the Baptist and Celestine V, a constant reminder of mercy and redemption. Although the basilica was gravely damaged in the 2009 L’Aquila earthquake, it was meticulously restored and reopened in 2017, its reconstruction hailed as a model of heritage preservation and even awarded the European Heritage Award / Europa Nostra Prize in 2020. Today, Santa Maria di Collemaggio stands not only as a spiritual sanctuary but also as a symbol of resilience and rebirth—its luminous stones reflecting both the enduring faith of its founder and the unbroken spirit of the people of L’Aquila.

We visited it following the various life events of Pope Celestino which body is kept in this church (prison in Fumone, then Eremo in Sulmona and last this church) amazing rework after the earthquake 10 years ago.

Simpler than other basilicas, it is certainly worth a visit. A little out of the city center but reachable on foot in about fifteen minutes.

 Open mobile menuClose mobile menu the Basilica ANDone of the most famous symbols of the architecture of L'Aquila and Abruzzo and one of the most visited tourist destinations in the city of L'Aquila. Founded in 1288 by order of Pietro da Morrone, who was crowned Pope there with the name of Celestine V on 29 August 1294, it stands on a hill in a strategic position for the control of the Bazzano valley and the valley where the ancient sheep track was located, in an intermediate position between the Forconese and Amiternino counties. The grandiose Basilica of Collemaggio can be admired from afar, walking along Viale Collemaggio, thanks to the uniqueness conferred by the splendid chromatism of its façade. Its history is, therefore, closely linked to the figure of Celestine V, who in 1294 donated to the city the papal bull that established plenary indulgence for all those who, having repented and confessed, entered the Basilica from the evening of August 28 (the day of the beheading of the Baptist) until the evening of August 29.

A magic place, just restored after the earthquake! Unmissable!

Wow what a sacred place what a facade and what a masterpiece. Please go atist once inside.. It is a must if you come to visit L'aquila

Our 3-year old loved it. For those who believe what others say or claim, count the heads...... 😉 But yes, worth a little stop...

beautiful place, expect a steep return to the centre. very quiet!

We had this quirky but important historical "fountain" to ourselves for 20 minutes. No other visitors. I found it far more fascinating than the Trevi in Rome 2 days earlier. Total contrast. You can touch this one without being arrested!

Amazing museum! The staff was pleasant trying to answer all our questions in English. You have all kinds of written details next to the máster pieces. What a treat!!!

It is one of the main landmarks of L'Aquila. This monument has the shape of a square with 99 little fountains around the border. It is located at the beginning of Via Borgo Rivera, close to Porta Rivera. In front of this fountain, there are the church of San Vito Alla Rivera, and the museum MUNDA.

a very unic place, don't expect a water show, it's much more ancient and mysthic

Beautiful medieval fountain on a little square. It is a symbol of L'Aquila city. The sound of the water feels refreshing in the hot summer days.

One of the most amazing settlements in Lazio region. Dominant nature with violet and orange colours in autumn/winter around Salto lake.

Amazing sunset over the lake.

Nice place to visit and you'd be amazed how deep the dam( lago) as you will see the water and the valley.🤗

Amazing place! Green and quiet

Beautiful lake

Very calm environment.

Super super super....ok

The lake is gorgeous, but there is almost no possibility to swim and very few cafe’s and restaurants. We were there mid June and almost everything was closed.

Lovely place

Yes you can swim here and at many places. I did

Peaceful, serene, cool, picturesque, spacious....all adjectives that I would apply to this beautiful piece of God's earth!!!! Try it, you may love it!!!

Very nice

Nice artificial lake with turquoise water, though swimming might be somewhat troublesome. No good access and water is dirty. There are a couple of places for barbecue which is one of the most attractive activities there.

Good experience nice cheap camp place with nice beach and bar, amazing place for hiking and biking easy to reach from Rome

Not clean

Trash city

(Translated by Google) Very pretty city in its historic centre.. with beautiful buildings and above all the ducal palace.. beautiful cathedral with austere marbles.. crossed by the Velino river.. in the first days of September it hosts the international chilli pepper fair 🌶 town to visit (Original) Città molto carina nel suo centro storico..con bei palazzi e soprattutto il palazzo ducale..bella la cattedrale con marmi austeri..attraversata dal fiume Velino..nei primi giorni di settembre ospita la fiera internazionale del peperoncino 🌶 cittadina da visitare

(Translated by Google) A jewel of a village, I mean the historic center of Rieti, rich in history, alleys, brick houses and paved streets, neoclassical buildings and ancient churches. But the pearl is the access right to Via Roma, the street that seems to cut the old center in two: the modern bridge over the Roman bridge, half submerged by the waters of the placid Velino river, which flows an intense blue underneath. The walk along the river is something extraordinary, for the air around and that sense of freedom and peace that only nature, over the millennia, can give. There are many views to photograph: the Vignola Gardens with the view of the city and the surrounding hills which, I was told, were home to rich patrician villas, the Church of S. Maria Assunta with its internal portico with pointed arches and other homes. The history of Rieti dates back to the time before the birth of Rome, when there was a lake here and the water was diverted to the Nera River, with which today the Velino River marries to give birth to the Marmore Falls. The Sabine women of the famous Rape by the Romans were kidnapped here. And so much more to tell. Today in Rieti there is a detachment of the University of Rome, even if only to decongest the capital. I saw in fact many students, in my morning wandering of almost two hours, through the streets of the town. The outskirts are the usual anthropic choice of identical houses, barracks and villas. But the beauty is in the history that you can breathe along the Velino River, it really seems to relive the events that the Ancients have left us. (Original) Una bomboniera di paese, intendo il centro storico di Rieti, ricco di storia, vicoletti, case in mattoni e vie lastricate, palazzi in stile neoclassico e chiese antiche. Ma la perla è l'accesso proprio a via Roma, la via che sembra tagliare in due il centro antico: il ponte moderno sul ponte romano, semi sommerso dalle acque del placido fiume Velino, che sotto scorre di un blu intenso. La passeggiata lungofiume è qualcosa di straordinario, per l'aria intorno e quel senso di libertà e pace che solo la natura, nei millenni, sa regalare. Ci sono molti scorci da fotografare: i Giardini del Vignola col belvedere sulla città e sulle colline circostanti che, mi dicevano, essere dimora di ricche ville patrizie, la Chiesa di S.Maria Assunta con il suo portico interno ad archi a sesto acuto e altre dimore. La storia di Rieti affonda dai tempi prima della nascita di Roma, quando qui c'era un lago e l'acqua fu dirottata verso il fiume Nera, col quale oggi il fiume Velino si sposa per mettere al mondo la Cascata delle Marmore. Le Sabine si cui al famoso Ratto da parte dei romani, furono rapite qui. E tanto altro da raccontare ancora. Oggi in Rieti c'è un distaccamento dell'università di Roma, anche fosse solo per decongestionare la capitale. Ho visto infatti moltissimi studenti, nel mio peregrinare mattutino di due ore quasi, per le viuzze del paese. La periferia è la solita antropica scelta di case tutte uguali, casermoni e villette. Ma il bello è nella storia che si respira lungo il fiume Velino, sembra davvero di rivivere gli avvenimenti che gli Antichi ci hanno lasciato.

(Translated by Google) Little gem. On 22-06-25 we were in Rieti for a visit and crossing the historic center we came across many monuments such as: the Bishop's Palace, with the famous permanent exhibition of nativity scenes under the arches, the Cathedral of S. M. Assunta, the Palazzo Vicentini with the beautiful Vignola Gardens, from which you have a panoramic view of the town, the Town Hall and then the beautiful Palazzo delle Poste, the Theater, the Monument that defines the Center of Italy, the main street with shops that leads to the Roman Bridge crossed by the Velino River. We concluded our visit to Rieti with the wonderful Rieti Sotterranea and with the special and meticulous guide Cristian who did not spare himself in giving us all the details from the birth of Rieti to today. The visit is unmissable. (Original) Piccolo gioiello. Il 22-06-25 siamo stati a Rieti per una visita e attraversando il centro storico abbiamo incrociato tantissimi monumenti come: il Palazzo Vescovile, con sotto le arcate la famosa mostra permanente dei presepi, la Cattedrale di S. M. Assunta, il Palazzo Vicentini con i bellissimi Giardini del Vignola, da cui si ha una visione panoramica della cittadina, il palazzo del Comune e successivamente il bellissimo Palazzo delle Poste, Il Teatro, il Monumento che definisce il Centro d’Italia, il corso principale con negozi che porta al Ponte Romano attraversato dal Fiume Velino. Abbiamo concluso la nostra visita di Rieti con la stupenda Rieti Sotterranea e con la speciale e meticolosa guida Cristian che non si è risparmiato nel darci tutti i dettagli dalla nascita di Rieti ad oggi. Immancabile la visita.

(Translated by Google) Small town, worth visiting if you are in the area, we were in Piediluco and Le Marmore, and we combined Rieti the next day, given the proximity. (Original) Piccola città,da visitare,se siete in zona,noi eravamo a piediluco e le marmore,e abbiamo abbinato il giorno dopo rieti,data la vicinanza.

(Translated by Google) Rieti is a really nice town, especially the old town. If you are in the area it is worth taking a walk! (Original) Rieti è una cittadina veramente molto carina, in particolare il centro storico. Se si è in zona vale la pena di fare una passeggiata!

Abbey is beautiful. The elements withing the Abbey, the story around the Place and how it went from Glorious Days to an historic site as of today is a no brainer. 100% recommended to book a Tour and being able to get deeper into this piece of History (some times there's available tours and Guides are also able to lead on Spanish, English and Italian, of course. There's a place to get lunch (Prior reservation) with the Mothers. Great taste! There's places for souvenirs, coffee or traditional Italian food, most of the day.

Nice Place. Nice cats, dogs and people. Nice souvenir and food shops, bars and pizzeria/restaurant. Good air, good food. Easy to reach, large parking Just in front. There is also a small picnic area and park with some games for children plus a couple of drinking water fountains.

Beautiful abbey and small village in the middle of Italy. Once it was an important place, then it faded away. The guided tour (don't know if there is one in English) is extremely interesting. Don't miss it if you're around!

A nice place to visit!

A really impressive monastery, clearly showing its proud past as Imperial Abbey, though not overrun by visitors. Many authentic details to be seen in the guided tour. A wonderful site to visit!

It has a nice webpage, although I have never been physically there. I saw it on a cooking show, and the monks all seemed very benevolent and hard working, even the older ones. They just needed some cooking lessons, and they got some great ones from Jamie Oliver.

Farfa is a must if you are roaming around the Sabina country side. It's old borgo with it's marvelous Abey is the perfect place for a walk while sightseeing. You can enjoy good homely food for lunch and dinner or even just a gelato.

Very good organization, but too many people The first two pools for children and family are noisy and full of music/ animation etc. The third pool is very pleasant. When we visited, the small fourth pool did not work. The water quality is very good. But it is a bit cold (23°C) contrasting the summer heat outside. The pool staff are very efficient and kind, prompt service and response. The sunbeds and umbrellas are new. Plenty of parking. There is a tavola calda and a bar. The quality of the food is very good. The price is standard. There are also tables under the shade where you can bring food for your consumption. We had great time. Recommend to go early in the morning.

Nice place to be for a one day out from the city

Quite few people at night. I just thought the water is warm but it was not. I am thinking, afternoon is much better. 8 euros for the entrance from 9pm to 12 midnight and if you want to have dinner there, they have a pizza menu for 13 euros. They have a lifeguard🤗 Quite friendly staff!

Well maintained and ideal for families and not only. Perhaps the water was a bit cold, but besides being a subjective impression, it could have been due to the non-optimal weather. Lockers can be used (for a fee) for storing any valuables and changing rooms. It is also possible to access the wellness center, the cost of which is not included in the ticket. I put 4 stars because in terms of spaces, the structure could be enhanced more.

Wonderful place..green surroundings ..thermal sulfur and crystalline, transparent..very clean, fresh water..friendly and nice ambient ..strongly suggested for everyone ..since also easy to join by public transport..nearby Rome..in the north east countryside..

when it's not packed it's a great place to go ;-)

Nice pools to spending the weekend

Place is nice, we got the train tour: 15 min train tour and 15 min with virtual tour. Good atmosphere also outside the bunker with some tanks and other old war machines. What i did not like: - we got tour of 17:00, they said to arrive 5 min earlier. When we arrived the train was already went. Why? Not professional.... - the "station" has christmas lights...which is the sense? It is out of topic. - also inside the bunker there is a Christmas tree... nonsense for me

I am not happy with it, I liked the exhibit but the no taking picture rule is not acceptable. And the guides really annoying and strict about it( very rude and harsh about it) Also really didn’t like how you had to have a guide with. I really don’t like it I came from American to see amazing museum to make memories and pics and I can’t.. Very upsetting but other than that not too bad.

Amazing experience and lots of historical facts can be seen. The guide Arianna has extraordinary knowledge and sense of humour. Recommended 100%

I would say this place is unfortunately reductively interesting. What diminishes its natural historical interest are the now perplexing plywood prop, staged and commercial aspects. There is inside a mix of American, Italian and German, NATO military artifacts from World War II all the way through the 1970s. There is a “command center” that is pure fiction as well as a plywood plastered bunker gunner (copy of the real ones you might find at Normandy beaches) inside the tunnel. You have to weed out the gems of historical fact amidst what feels like an army surplus hodgepodge or science fiction film set. No photos apparently allowed inside for unknown reasons as everything is over fifty years old and decommissioned. As you’re leaving the tunnels, you are shuttled through a German style building built recently within one of the tunnels as a gift shop where they sell sweatshirts that read Bunker Sorrate in case you were confused about the theme park masquerading as history. Frankly, the most interesting part of the entire visit was the free photography exhibition of historical photographs in the visitor’s center. Your time on Sorrate is probably better spent hiking up to the top and enjoying the wonderful views over the Roman Campagna and worth checking out the various hermitages with frescos dating back to medieval times.

We were shown around this incredible structure as part of a large group during the "Bunker di Notte" event by a very knowledgeable guide, William. The tour lasted two hours, with the first section focusing on its function during the Fascist era and second world war, and the second on its use during the cold war. William really brought the history alive, and we were absolutely spellbound. I cannot recommend this tour enough!

A fascinating historical journey across different time zones. Be prepared to walk. Unsuitable for prams or buggies.

I have been there in a school trip, I really enjoyed this experience, either on the educational side and either on the exploring side. It wasn't expected a beautiful place like that inside a mountain. The guide was really clear and exhaustive, while explaining the wonderful WW2 forniture. I really recommend this trip for students, children and families.

Beautiful old village with scenic views at every turn. We went in August- it was very hot and some businesses were closed, but most were actually still open. Only a handful of tourists, so we had the place almost to ourselves (and the cats- they are everywhere). Take you time to see the view from every nook and overlook. CON: If you have a baby/stroller, you may need to rethink this place. I have a 5 month old and we made it work, but there was a lot of huffing and puffing on the walking trail from the parking lot to the town (lots of steps). Also, the streets are made with very rough cobble stones and it was quite rough for the little one.

Lovely. I imagine it's far more colourful from mid- February and a great cool spot in summer.

Full of American tourists taking selfies and nearly falling into the valley: Totally spoils the place. Impossible parking. Road half blocked. Angry Roman drivers shouting at each other who should pass first. Massive BMW motorbikes parked selfishly blocking pedestrians on the road in. Otherwise, ... if you can get in ... otherwise... it's very a nice place and the restaurants are great.

Very picturesque old town with many artisans and a museum. Some lively entertainers.

A beautiful area including a very cute medieval town

What a great hike from Calcata down the Treja valley. Amazing views of the city.

Nice place to spend a couple of hours with your children. Or even alone, if you like meditation.

Very Great Proposals for Kids and Adults in Green. AND Trees.... Zip Line and enjoyment...

Nice park, very safe experience. Overly expensive.

Perfect place, fun, utterly safe, nice surroundings

Excellent staff who are very helpful. Tough black level routes

Fantastic. Even better then similar parks in the alps

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S T U P E N D O !!!

An impressive villa both inside and out - the architecture is stunning, and the interiors are rich with detail. The gardens are beautifully designed, with fountains and lovely views overlooking the town of Caprarola. A hidden gem well worth visiting!

Villa Farnese (Palazzo Farnese), Caprarola If the Sistine Chapel leaves you awestruck and exhausted by the crowds, come to Villa Farnese. This place delivers the same jaw-dropping “how did humans paint all this?” feeling—without the shoulder-to-shoulder shuffle. Room after room is wrapped in frescoes, stucco, and symbolism; you feel the years of craft in every ceiling and cornice. The highlight for me is the Map Room: a wraparound atlas of the known world that reads like a Renaissance data wall. Stand in the center and you can imagine cardinals and captains reading coastlines, trade winds, and borders—more than decoration, it feels like a political and strategic dashboard of its day. I loved spotting details like “Scandia,” “Nova Spagna,” and a portrait labeled Marcus Polus watching over the cartography—tiny windows into how they saw the world. Other moments that stay with you: the elegant helical staircase (perfectly proportioned, endlessly photogenic), the grand salons with mythological ceilings that pull your eyes upward, and the serene courtyards that reset your senses between fresco marathons. Even the approach is cinematic—the palace rising above the town like a stage set. Practical bits: it’s far less crowded than Rome’s headline sights, so you can linger and actually look. Give yourself time; every wall rewards patience. Comfortable shoes help, and a weekday morning is ideal. Bottom line: wildly underrated and absolutely bucket-list worthy. Villa Farnese is history, art, and power—painted across stone—and one of the most satisfying cultural visits I’ve had in Italy.

Amazing place of great art, culture and architecture. A symbol of the Farnese political and religious dominance in the region. Definitely worth a day trip.

Beautiful palace. The last room with the maps is a gem! Crazy to see such a good representation of the world from 500 years ago so well preserved.

Fantastic, everyone should visit Caprarola just to explore this place. No crowds when we visited. Takes around 2 -2.5 hours to explore both inside and the extensive grounds outside. Make sure to wander right to the end to see the water features and statues there. There are many rooms to wander through but the map room is certainly one to spend time in. Would highly recommend to everyone.

Incredible place full of art. Absolutely recommended.

Wonderful villa well kept and full of history , the staicase is a masterwork of architecture the maps of the world known then are fascinating

Popular on a sunny Sunday in early September with lots of people swimming and paddle boarding. Street food and Market in Anguillara. A beautiful expanse of water with no floating litter to spoil the view. Popular for pier fishing too.

A leisure walk by the lake and walk up to the top to see the full view of the city and the lake. The walk is about 15 mins. The view from the top is stunning overseeing the city and lake. Worth the effort to walk up there.

Must visit; not only for the lake but also the beautiful surroundings of the lake where you can hike or stop and eat etc. The lake itself was clean and peaceful and it’s the second largest lake in the region and one of the major lakes in Italy( it’s a volcanic lake by origin) and for the first time I saw a type of rat that I’ve never seen before there eating rice😅: Nutria (Myocastor coypus), also known as the coypu. On Fridays,you have open market very close to the lake where you buy jewelry,bags etc. You can find parking space for cars but most parkings are payment(not that much) except you park for free a little away from the lake and then take your time and walk to the lake

The scenery Is beautiful ❤️❤️

Spent a couple of hours walking along the beach and up through the town. A beautiful location on a lake in a volcanic crater. Lots to see in the area, with medieval castle Castello Orsini-Odescalchi, the ancient church of San Liberato ( from the ninth century). It was an enjoyable visit in a community just north of Rome.

If you are in rome and are looking for a quick getaway this is it! It’s such a peaceful area and the lake is great for a quick swim with the swans. Kayak is also available and you can also rent pedal boats for groups of 4 which is really cheap!

Magical place, mostly after 6pm when the sun is not so strong and the kids are gone. Good for sailing, relaxing, enjoying yourself and taking beautiful pictures.

A really cool museum worth visiting any time of the year. In the summer you can escape the heat and in winter - the rain. Entrance is 10 EUR and there are 5 hangers to visit. You can roam around freely, read the info for each aircraft (Italian and English) and really take your time. I would recommend at least 2 hours, and if you really like planes there are even more rooms to visit for free around the area (like the engine room). Please note: When you enter the area and pass the gate - on your right there is a building which IS NOT the Museum but rather the gift shop (and toilet). For the museum, continue with the road down and drive until all the way to reach the Parking. From there it isn't a 2 min walk to the museum entrance. Enjoy! 🙂

Make sure to not miss the gift shop that’s right at the exit. As for getting there, there is an option for a 3 km walk or you can take a taxi, if you don’t speak Italian you can ask at the desk for a taxi to be called for you, there are buses that go there but it it very confusing. Make sure to try the flight simulator that’s labelled “magazino” , anyways, great museum and an awesome scenic view, cheap and nice cafe with good food, you can buy tickets there so there is no need for online booking, mostly just about getting there.

Well maintained, with a diverse collection of exhibits. It’s a very interesting visit for anyone fascinated by aviation history.

A very nice place for military and aviation fans!! The Lake Bracciano is picturesque, antique and classic airplanes in the museum are works of art.

Great collection of restored and original aircraft spanning both wars and modern day

All aircrafts in perfect conditions, nice views on the lake.

My son and Ivisited the Italian Air Force museum, and the ticket was only €10, offering incredible value for money. There're some beautiful souvenir items in the entrance front desk. The museum itself boasts an impressive collection of fighter jets, and the stunning lakeside scenery outside the museum was an unexpected highlight. The flight simulator in Pavilion 6 was exceptionally professional and enjoyable—definitely worth trying. What truly touched me was the incredible kindness and professionalism of the military personnel. My son accidentally dropped his phone into the simulator’s mechanism while using it, and the staff went above and beyond to help us retrieve it. I am deeply grateful for their assistance and patience despite the inconvenience we caused. This visit was not only fun but also heartwarming. I highly recommend it!

The garden is on constructions.. It's not that clean and organized that we were expected it to be.. You have a really big potential to be an amazing place that's for now it's not like that.. We waited about half an hour to get in it because it was really windy day and they decided to open it on time.

It is still being renovated and only one fountain is working but the expected time of completion is May 2026 so, for now, the tickets have been reduced to 5 euro

Has real potential but the majority is closed for renovation which is why the ticket is reduced to 5 euros. The contractors have fenced off the majority of the garden so our visit was short. I would suggest managing expectations vs the historic photos you see. You may want to wait until the work is completed before visiting. Once the work is done I’m sure it will be fantastic

Historic place to visit and learn about Architecture and Italian architect Vignola who designed the Villa

Such a romantic garden! Admire how the fountains were arranged and manipulated to creat a beautiful landscape. The garden is not massive so it gives a very intimate and quiet atmosphere. Definitely recommend a visit in late afternoon to take advantage of the softened sunlight.

Even one star is too much. Almost everything here is closed off, but they still charge you 5€ for admission. We asked at the entrance if what was left to see was wheelchair accessible. They said that the gardens were and the buildings ground floor. A bad joke. You can't even get into the two remaining open rooms or the last open plateau in the garden, with the last water fountain. We were really looking forward to the villa, since very little in Italy is wheelchair accessible anyway. I’m just sad and disappointed.

During my recent trip to the charming town of Viterbo, I had the pleasure of exploring the renowned Renaissance garden of Villa Lante in Bagnaia. Covering an area of approximately four hectares, the garden is spread across three main terraces and is considered one of the most famous Renaissance gardens in the world. The garden's most notable feature is its unique "prospect garden" design, which creates an illusion of depth and perspective through the strategic use of fountains, water features, and architectural elements. Walking through the garden, I couldn't help but be struck by the stunning beauty of the meticulously manicured hedges, colorful flower beds, and intricate stonework. As I made my way through the garden's winding paths and hidden corners, I discovered a variety of fascinating features and surprises, including hidden grottos, whimsical sculptures, and breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. It was easy to see why Villa Lante is one of the most visited attractions in Tuscia, with approximately 85,000 visitors per year. Overall, my visit to Villa Lante was a truly unforgettable experience, and I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Viterbo. Whether you are an art lover, a history buff, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of nature, the garden's stunning design, intricate details, and serene ambiance are sure to leave you spellbound.

I didn't know much about this place and my expectations weren't high, but my family and I enjoyed it very much. The castle has a panoramic tower that has an observation view of the entire lake. If you're around - Don't hesitate.

Having visited hundreds of castles and museums this one totally blew our minds. Ten euros to get in. Use your phone to get a free video/audio guide in Italian or English or take their guided tours. And then go. Takes about 1h to 1.5 hours to visit it all but it really is spectacular and gives a real sense of what life was like. The audio guide is awesome. One tip: download the video so you can watch it on your phone as sometime you might have connectivity issues due to the thick walls. The views of the lake are also breathtaking. Wish they'd open a café on the lawn but that's just coffee addiction speaking 😂😁

Visiting Castello di Bracciano is a lovely experience, but be ready for a bit of steep walking up. After the Belvedere, you cross a small bridge and buy tickets. Tip for families: use the bathroom right after purchasing tickets! We skipped it, and when my son needed to pee mid-tour, we had to walk all the way back down to the entrance—not easy with two kids. Inside, the castle feels spacious, atmospheric, and rich in history. Don’t expect original furniture, but the recreated rooms, paintings, and especially the collection of weapons, armors, swords, and pistols kept my little one fascinated. The panoramic views from the castle are stunning and worth every step. We went on a quiet Easter Friday, with mild weather, and it was perfect—not crowded, not too hot or cold. I would recommend visiting in spring or autumn, as summer heat would make the outdoor sections uncomfortable. Overall, a beautiful visit with kids, full of history, atmosphere, and great views.

Beautiful Castle tucked away in the Italian countryside. We made this stop on our way towards Rome. We wanted to break up the trip to Rome and this stop was, so worth it. Beautiful architecture, unbelievable that we were allowed nearly everywhere inside the castle. Amazing pieces of artwork. Blows my mind the amount of history in the area.

Perched high above the tranquil waters of Lake Bracciano in Italy, castello Orsini-Odescalchi is one of the most impressive Renaissance-era castles in the country. Built in the 15th century by the powerful Orsini family, it was later inherited by the noble Odescalchi family, who still own it today. Over the centuries, it has hosted popes, kings, and generals, including Pope Sixtus IV and King Charles VIII of France. It is very well-preserved and now functions as a museum, featuring period furnishings, ancient weapons, frescoes, and artworks that offer a glimpse into noble life during the Middle Ages and Renaissance. It is also a sought-after venue for high-profile weddings, famously hosting the marriage of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes in 2006. Well worth a visit, €10 entrance, and an hour on the slow train from Rome.

Part of a Viking excursion. It was a beautiful castle, great view of the lake and great guide!

Great views over Lake Bracciano from above. It’s worth a visit when exploring the lake’s surroundings.

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(Translated by Google) The Machine itself is a work of art ... the attachment of citizens to this tradition is engaging, I also recommend a visit to the museum of porters in Santa Rosa where you can hear the story of a myth ... (Original) La Macchina in se è un'opera d'arte... l'attaccamento dei cittadini a questa tradizione è coinvolgente, vi consiglio anche la visita al museo dei facchini di Santa Rosa dove potrete ascoltare la storia di un mito...

(Translated by Google) A unique and exciting experience, seeing this enormous statue illuminated by thousands of candles, advancing with its slow and constant pace thanks to the effort of these boys dressed in white, who put strength and soul, sweat and muscles for their saint.. I must say applause to Viterbo, and to the people of Viterbo for this unique and exciting show. Good guys. Long live Santa Rosa! (Original) Un'esperienza unica ed emozionante, vedere questa enorme statua illuminata da migliaia di candele, avanzare con il suo incedere lento e costante grazie allo sforzo di questi ragazzi vestiti di bianco, che mettono forza ed anima, sudore e muscoli per la loro santa..devo dire un applauso a Viterbo, ed ai Viterbesi per questo spettacolo unico ed appassionante. Bravi ragazzi. Evviva Santa Rosa!

(Translated by Google) Santa Rosa the patron saint of Viterbo. On the evening of September 3rd, the transport of the Santa Rosa machine took place, a large tower carried on the shoulders by porters along the route from Porta Romana to the church of Santa Rosa. Lots of people flock to see the transport, some have been camping along the route since the day before. Emotional show. (Original) Santa Rosa la patrona di Viterbo. La sera del 3 settembre viene effettuato il trasporto della macchina di Santa Rosa, un grande torre portata a spalla dai facchini lungo il percorso che va da porta Romana alla chiesa di Santa Rosa. Tantissime persone accorrono per vedere il trasporto, qualcuno si accampa lungo il percorso dal giorno prima. Spettacolo emozioni.

(Translated by Google) The most important event in the city of Viterbo is the celebration of the Santa Viterbese S.Rosa with the transport of the machine transported by the porters on the evening of September 3rd. With the passage of the car through the streets and squares of the city and the arrival at the Sanctuary of Santa Rosa after having covered the climb that leads to the churchyard of the Basilica of Santa Viterbese. An indispensable event for the people of Viterbo due to tradition and faith in the Saint, difficult to describe with a review and stars. I recommend coming to Viterbo at least once and experiencing this beautiful tradition of faith, unique in its kind for its beauty and emotion. (Original) L'avvenimento più importante della città di Viterbo la festa della Santa Viterbese S.Rosa con il trasporto della Macchina trasportata dai Facchini la sera del 3 Settembre. Con il passaggio della macchina per le vie e piazze della città e l'arrivo al Santuario di Santa Rosa dopo aver percorso la salita che porta al sagrato della basilica della Santa Viterbese . Un evento per i viterbesi irrinunciabile per tradizione e fede alla Santa difficile raccontare con una recensione e delle stellette consiglio di venire almeno una volta a Viterbo e vivere questa bellissima tradizione di fede unica nel suo genere per la sua bellezza ed emozione.

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful and special to experience. The atmosphere is overwhelming. You must have experienced this. (Original) Geweldig mooi en bijzonder om mee te maken. De sfeer is overweldigend. Dit moet je e ht meegemaakt hebben.

(Translated by Google) The "machine of S.Rosa" is a tower with a statue of S.Rosa, protector of the city, on the top, carried on the shoulders by the "porters". It is one of the most important attractions of Viterbo which attracts tens of thousands of tourists and citizens on September 3rd of each year (transport day). It involves moving this tower along a pre-established route that crosses the heart of the city and is preceded by flag-wavers and musical bands. All in homage to the Saint as a sign of devotion. The beauty and emotional transport as well as amazement of those who see it is indescribable, therefore I invite you to see it at least once and then you will see that you will come back! For the event I advise you to book a hotel or B&B well in advance and to inform yourself well because if you don't organize in time you might not enjoy the event. Therefore I advise you to consider a holiday in which in addition to transport, you can enjoy our medieval quarter, the beauty of our churches and the Papal Palace and why not also our spas. (Original) La "macchina di S.Rosa" è una torre con in cima una statua di S.Rosa protettrice della città, portata a spalla dai "facchini". Si tratta di una delle più importanti attrazioni di Viterbo che attrae a se il 3 Settembre di ogni anno (giorno del trasporto) decine di migliaia di turisti e cittadini. Si tratta di muovere questa torre lungo in percorso prefissato che attraversa il cuore della città ed è anticipato da sbandieratori e bande musicali. Il tutto in omaggio alla Santa come segno di devozione. La bellezza e il trasporto emotivo nonché stupore di chi la vede è indescrivibile, pertanto vi invito almeno una volta a vederla e poi vedrete che tornerete! Per l'evento vi consiglio di prenotare albergo o b&b con largo anticipo e di informarvi bene perché se non vi organizzate per tempo potreste non godervi l'evento. Pertanto vi consiglio di valutare una vacanza in cui oltre al trasporto, godervi il nostro quartiere medievale, la bellezza delle nostre chiese e del Palazzo Papale e perché no anche le nostre terme.

(Translated by Google) Truly impressive work. It leaves you breathless every time you see it. Seeing the transport (which takes place on September 3rd), then, is something sublime, especially due to the passion that citizens have for this event. The car remained on display near the church of the same name for some time. Absolutely recommended to see at least once. And since Viterbo is also definitely worth a visit (the San Pellegrino district is very characteristic), why not organize a trip to Tuscia in early September? (Original) Opera veramente impressionante. Lascia senza fiato ogni volta che si vede. Vedere il trasporto (che avviene il 3 settembre), poi, è qualcosa di sublime, soprattutto per la passione che i cittadini hanno per questo evento. La macchina rimane in esposizione vicino all'omonima chiesa per qualche tempo. Assolutamente consigliata da vedere almeno una volta. E siccome, anche Viterbo merita decisamente una visita (molto caratteristico il quartiere San pellegrino), perché non organizzare un viaggio nella Tuscia i primi di settembre?

(Translated by Google) The most important event in all of Viterbo and its province. The Machine of Santa Rosa is a very high tower with the statue of the Saint on top. Below, over one hundred porters carry the "Machine" on their shoulders. Despite the thousands of people the event gathers, I didn't have any particular problems parking and finding somewhere to sleep. Absolutely not to be missed. (Original) La manifestazione più importante di tutta Viterbo e provincia. La Macchina di santa Rosa è una torre altissima con sopra la statua della Santa. Sotto, oltre cento facchini, trasportano a spalla la: "Macchina". Nonostante le migliaia di persone che raccoglie la manifestazione non ho avuto particolari problemi a parcheggiare e trovare da dormire. Assolutamente da non perdere.

A beautiful building in a beautiful setting! It affords great views to both the square and the nearby town

Very interesting museum, lots of things to discover and there's an audio guide.

Truly is worth the visit ! Crossing the bridge onto beautiful grounds ! The Popes palace is truly unique if you’re here in Viterbo it’s a must visit ! Not expensive to get in very affordable ! So much to look at inside ! Staff are very helpful, they give you an ear piece so you can find out about all the history of the rooms choose your language. The grounds and views are amazing!

The Palazzo dei Papi is one of Viterbo’s most important monuments, built when Pope Alexander IV (1254-1261) moved the papal curia to Viterbo in 1257 and had the former bishop’s palace expanded. The palace includes the famous Aula del Conclave, which hosted the longest papal election in history, lasting about 33 months! You and get a ticket, and audio guide, for a very reasonable €10 which gives you access to the museum, cathedral and Palazzo. The audio tour is very detailed and a map is provided which shows the main points of the locations.

Great place to visit of historic interest. The combined Viterbo Pass gives access to other city museums including the Town hall with stunning artworks and frescoes.

Excellent ! Very easy and calm to visit, not expensive! Top

The Papal Palace in Viterbo hosts an exhibition that captures the first conclave (literally "under lock and key") that was held starting in 1268AD and took nearly three years to select the new Pope. That was Gregory X, who then ordered that the conclave method be used for future selection. It's very well done, including multilanguage commentary, VR, and animation to tell the story, and a must visit for History buffs and for Catholics interested in key stages in the development of the church.