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自転車で走るのに最適なVia Francigenaセクションですが、歩行者に注意してください

Viterbo lived its period of major splendor and power in the 13th century when it was chosen as the seat of the papacy instead of Rome, where powerful warring families made life too dangerous. Eight different popes lived in Viterbo making it is similar to Vatican City and Avignon in France. The longest papal conclave in history happened here from 1 December 1268 to 1 September 1271. Following Pope Clement IV's death, infighting between cardinals and political pressure led to a 34-month deadlock. The cardinals were locked up cum clave (hence the word conclave) inside the palace’s large Conclave Hall. In desperation the town’s population, who were feeding them and their entourages, eventually reduced the cardinals’ food and wine supplies, trying to speed up the election. Time wore on and they finally decided to remove the roof of the palace: in order to help the Holy Spirit come down and illuminate them, it was quipped. That worked.

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

Following this path, just before reaching the devil's well, it is not clear where to go, the path disappears and also the white and red signs. We had to go a bit by intuition and take a very steep climb in the woods to get there. Once we reach the well, the path continues easily until the end.

Be careful not to lean out!

The Papal Palace in Viterbo served as the Vatican for the 24 years of the thirteenth century when the papacy moved there due to ongoing unrest in Rome.

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.

Viterbo, the main city of Tuscia, formerly Etruria, owes its rich medieval heritage to the short period (13th century) during which it was a papal capital. The buildings have stood the test of time. Starting with the Papal Palace, one of the most important medieval buildings in Lazio. Take some time to wander the streets of San Pellegrino, a working-class and artisanal district. Note the remarkable arches, towers and exterior staircases, which make Viterbo a pearl of Lazio. The region is also called the new 'Tuscany' and is of special beauty - with volcanic landscapes and the lakes of Vico and Bolsena.