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Etruria is
the original name of this magical
land,an
hour north of Rome, where the traditions and lifestyle of ancient Italy
can still be experienced.
Learn
insider tips and travel
information
Find
itineraries and special places
to stay in Central
Italy
Discover more of the area’s history in books published locally
Become a follower of Mary Jane’s blog “50 years in Italy”
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Never heard of Etruria?
That’s exactly why the area is still inexpensive
and inhabited by local and
international expats who
genuinely welcome visitors.
Not everyone knows English, but that does not
stop Finnish, Dutch, Norwegian, English and other
nationalities from buying up old farmhouses and
restoring village homes and coming to stay
-permanently.
Among the many treasures, historical connections,
international influences and people you will
discover here are the numerous castles and historic
gardens, unusual museums and nature reserves that
dot the VITERBO province.
Mysterious sites tempt the Indiana Jones in all
of us: where else can you visit a newly
discovered Etruscan sanctuary, a 14th century
monastery where lavender is the main crop and take a
dip in a thermal bath built by the Romans–all in the
same morning.
The area was the watering place for Renaissance
princes and cardinals who built their family castles
(Caprarola, Vignanello) and gardens (Villa Lante) and wiled away the hot summer
days imbibing in the pleasures of the
dolce
far niente and the area’s fine white wines.
During the Grand Tour artists immortalized its
landscapes and pilgrims still walk the Via
Francigena on their way to Rome.
Nowadays, the international set who have rediscovered the charms of
the simpler lifestyle include ambassadors and other
professionals who happily trade a stressful lifestyle for the laid
back atmosphere where people call you by your first name.
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What better antidote for globalization than family-run trattorie
where home made, seasonal food is enjoyed with local house wine
from the vineyards on nearby hills. For more about where to eat
just visit my blog
50 years in Italy
As a journalist, educator and guidebook writer living and working in
Italy since 1965, I knew that the Viterbo area just north
of Rome had an abundance of interesting places which
beckoned temptingly to be explored and enjoyed so during my 15 years
here I have gathered information and insight and discovered
fascinating stories that I am happy to share with my readers on
this website, on my blog (updated weekly) and in the many l books I
have written about the area.
History buffs may be interested in “The Irish and English in
Italy’s Risorgimento”
To download preview click on the link http://www.megaupload.com/?d=N87GHEJK and
open the file.
To download a preview of “Etruria travel, history and
itineraries in central Italy” click on this link.
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=34VXHSA1 and
open the file.

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updated
02.12.2011
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