Heritage & Landmarks of Umbria
Umbria’s heritage is defined by its preservation of medieval architecture and religious significance. This collection features the UNESCO-listed Basilica of Saint Francis in Assisi, renowned for its 13th-century frescoes by Giotto and Cimabue. In Perugia, the Fontana Maggiore and Palazzo dei Priori represent the peak of communal-era civic design. Orvieto contributes the engineering marvel of Pozzo di San Patrizio and the 13th-century Palazzo del Capitano del Popolo. The list also includes rare Longobard architecture at Spoleto’s San Salvatore and the Tempietto del Clitunno.
A Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi
Consecrated in 1253, this important pilgrimage site is not only the main church of the Franciscan order but also a splendid architectural…
B Fontana Maggiore
The Fontana Maggiore, a masterpiece of medieval sculpture, placed in the centre of Piazza IV Novembre, is the monument symbol of the city…
C Pozzo di San Patrizio
The Pozzo di San Patrizio is a historic well in Orvieto, Umbria, central Italy.
D The Basilica of San Salvatore
San Salvatore is a romanesque-style, former basilica church located in the center of Spoleto, Province of Perugia, region of Umbria, Italy.
E The Clitunno Tempietto
The so-called Temple of Clitumnus is a small early medieval church that sits along the banks of the Clitunno river in the town of…
Assisi
A UNESCO World Heritage site known for its well-preserved medieval urban fabric and Roman roots. Significant landmarks include the 1st-century BC Temple of Minerva, the Rocca Maggiore fortress, and the city’s extensive medieval walls overlooking the Spoleto Valley.
G Palazzo del Capitano del Popolo
A late 13th-century Gothic palace in Orvieto featuring elegant trifora windows and a crenellated roofline. Originally the seat of the Captain of the People, the building served as a judicial and administrative hub before its restoration into a civic center.
H Palazzo dei Priori
The Palazzo dei Priori or comunale is one of the best examples in Italy of a public palace from the communal era.
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