Terni

Terni, Italy is an ancient picturesque city that can be found between the rivers Nera and Serra. Here you will find the birthplace of Emperor Marcus Claudius Tacitus at Internamna Nahartium among many other unique settings.

Terni is a mix of ancient times and modern mainly due to the fact that during World War II, Terni was hit heavy and many of the ancient buildings from its rich history was completely destroyed.

You will love the rich historical buildings that have been preserved in the old town center which include the Church of St. Francis from the 12th century, St. Alo a quaint and romantic church, Church of St. Salvatore, Church of St. Peter, and the Cathedral. Each one of these unique and exquisite buildings has a story to tell that can be seen through the frescoes, structure, design, and of course the ancient atmosphere that is present in the air.

Wandering through the ruins of the Roman Amphitheater and visiting many of the unique sights around Terni will have you walking in the footsteps of an ancient culture that once ruled the entire Umbria area. Medieval walls, towers and palaces welcome you as you stroll along the road with awesome beauty that will remain with you as you return home.

There are many wonderful attractions that guests love when they visit Terni which include Piazza Tacito with its memorable Fountain, Palazzo Spada, Largo Villa Gloir, which was the design of Ridolfi, Corso del Popolo, and the Obelisque "Lancia di Luce" which was created by Arnaldo Pomodoro.

As the legends goes, the remains of the saints is guarded by the Basilica of St. Valentine which is a main attraction that must not be left off your places to visit while in Terni.

Terni is a quiet and peaceful town where you will be able to enjoy history of ancient times unlike other areas of Italy. The quiet serene location of Terni between the rivers is one that must be enjoyed leisurely and not rushed.

In the vicinity there is the city of Narni, the roman Narnia, that gave name to the famous Narnia serie, recently on movies. Narni, province of Terni, in the region of Umbria. Built on a hill 240 metres a. s. l., 20,570 inhabitants, is the geographic middle of Italy. The town has outstanding views over the River Nera valley and offers artisitic and archaelogical itineraries, plus an abundance of natural history for the tourist.

What to taste:

• In the province of Terni there are numerous local products. Among the cheeses are the "caciotta", a soft cheese, the sheep's milk "fossa" cheese matured underground or in caves, the Ravaggiolo and the salted ricotta.
• Among the salami and cold cuts we recommend the Ciauscolo (that can be spread), the Mazzafegato (a local sausage) and the local ham. The local types of pasta are the Strangozzi or strozzapreti, long pasta made with water and flour without eggs, with a square or rectangular section.
• The local cakes are the regional ones: the Castagnole (Carnival fritters) are little fried dumplings soaked in Alchermes liqueur or sprinkled with sugar or honey; the mostaccioli, biscuits sweetened with grape must or mosto; the panpepato or gingerbread, the pinolata (pine nut macaroons) and the almond biscuits called tozzetti. As the area is rich in vineyards there is a great variety of red and white wines: Sangiovese, Merlot, Montepulciano, Cannaiolo, Ciliegiolo and Barbera. Among the white wines we recommend the Malvasia, the Grechetto, and the Drupeggio. The Orvietano is one of the area's most common wines. The province is also an olive oil producer, and the whole area of Terni is also rich in that most precious of delicacies, the truffle.

Cities & Towns:

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What to do:

• The whole province is an ideal place for all those who are keen on photography and archaeology.
• Terni, Orvieto and Monteleone all boast panoramic views, monuments and museums, which preserve priceless works of art . Wide spaces and grasslands are ideal for mountain biking and horse-riding activities. The area is much appreciated by sports enthusiasts who love hiking in order to discover the flowers growing in the area, ranging from poisonous plants, alpine flora, and orchids, and also the many varieties of fauna.
• Bird watching opportunities abound, above all within the nature reserve run by the WWF: more than 900 hectares where you can find up to 160 different bird species among the migratory and sedentary ones. The presence of mountains makes mountaineering a popular activity here. Moreover, the local sports associations are very active in organising canoeing and kayaking excursions and courses along the rivers.

Places to visit: Churches, Museums, Ruins, Piazzas, Fountains,

• In Terni, there is a large piazza in the "old town", the Piazza Europa, closed on one side by the Palazzo Spada, now the Town Hall.  Nearby is the oldest surviving building in the city, the Chiesa di San Salvatore, a circular structure with a conical roof, featuring 15th and 16th Century frescoes of The Last Judgement by di Tomasso inside, was originally built in the 5th Century, but was expanded in the 12th.
• The Basilica di Santa Valentino, the city's patron saint (and patron saint of lovers) was built on a Roman cemetery.
• Other buildings and areas worth taking a look at include Chiesa San Cristoforo (12th Century), the Case dei Castelli, a group of medieval houses, Palazzo Carrara, also medieval in origins, and the large Augustinian church, San Pietro (15th Century)
• Visitors to the area will also enjoy an excursion to Piediluco Lake, set in a bowl of verdant hills, to sink a fishing line into the black waters, to row a boat, or simply picnic and stroll round the shore.
• Looking for a place to stay in the vicinity of Terni?  Try one of the many Agriturismos that dot the countryside.  You'll enjoy the countryside, and hospitality that includes home-cooked Umbrian style meals made from local products, which you can savor with some of the best Italian wines.

Events:

• Many feast days and festivals are celebrated in the towns and villages of the area. The most important is Saint Valentine's day which is which is celebrated throughout the area of Terni and goes on for the whole month of February with cultural events, exhibitions and food and wine tastings.

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