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The village of Sutri is located on the Via Cassia, it is worth a stop to visit the wonderful archaeological area and the rock necropolis

The Anfiteatro Romano in Sutri is an impressive archaeological monument carved entirely out of tuff. Built between the late 2nd century B.C. and the early 1st century AD, this amphitheater represents the heart of the Sutri identity. It has an elliptical shape and could accommodate about 7000 spectators. The amphitheater is divided into three rows of seats, separated for different social classes. There are two entrances: one overlooking Via Cassia, and the other, higher up, with a covered walkway. The amphitheater was partially excavated between 1835 and 1838. There are only two other amphitheaters in the world that are completely carved into the rock, in Cagliari and Leptis Magna (Libya).

The Chiesa della Madonna del Parto in Sutri is a unique church carved entirely out of tuff stone. Dating from the 13th-14th centuries, this church was originally a Mithraeum, a temple dedicated to the Eastern god Mithras, from the 3rd century. The church has a square vestibule with frescoes depicting the Madonna and Saints, San Cristoforo and events related to the life of San Michele del Gargano. The main space is divided by tuff pillars into three naves. The church is now an important part of the urban park of the ancient city of Sutri.

Sutri is a charming town in the province of Viterbo. It is located about 30 kilometers north of Rome and has about 6565 inhabitants. The city is built on a tuff hill and has a beautiful location with many historical sights. Sutri is rich in historical sites, including a Roman amphitheater, an Etruscan necropolis, the Santa Maria del Tempio church, the Madonna del Parto church, the villa Savorelli, and the remains of a castle. In addition, there are also several historic palaces and churches in the city. The city is located on the ancient main road Via Cassia, an ancient Roman road from Rome to Tuscany. It is also an important stop on the Via Francigena, one of the oldest pilgrimage routes in Europe that runs from Canterbury to Rome.

beautiful village, I recommend to visit it

it was born as a temple and then as a church

Ancient Church. Was previously a temple of the Mithraic cult. You can even see the gutter through which the blood of the bull victims drained

Very suggestive area and wonderful panorama with the Vico lake at the foot of Monte Fogliano as the protagonist. There is also a small wooden house used to admire the many varieties of birds that live in the reserve.