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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 water dispenser is a little hidden from the road, but just look up to the right (if you are going towards Tolfa) and you will see the blue structure in which it is located

Whether for a coffee, a Coke, or even just a glass of water, it's worth stopping for a few minutes to rest at the "Caffè del Tocco," located in the square at the end of the climb to Tolfa. You'll also find a convenient bike rack.

The cathedral is just a few meters from the harbor. Built on the site of an existing church dating back to 1600, dedicated to the saint of Assisi, it was rebuilt at the end of the 18th century. Destroyed by bombing during World War II, it was rebuilt in 1950. Inside, there is a pipe organ. The majestic interior features magnificent statues, altars, and murals.

The cathedral is just a few meters from the harbor. Built on the site of an existing church dating back to 1600, dedicated to the saint of Assisi, it was rebuilt at the end of the 18th century. Destroyed by bombing during World War II, it was rebuilt in 1950. It features a pipe organ and a majestic interior with magnificent statues, altars, and murals.

What can be enjoyed today from the medieval walls of Tuscania is one of the most beautiful landscapes of Tuscia.

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.

Cathedral of Civitavecchia