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incredibly beautiful, we liked it very much

Beautiful town on the lake of the same name and along the Via Francigena

Beautiful village

Along the Vie Cave of Vitozza we can admire the caves that have been divided into three types: mixed-use caves (as a dwelling and stable); stables (recognizable by the presence of mangers, troughs and fences); caves for residential use (present especially on the south-west side, more sheltered and better exposed to the sun). The latter are characterized by jars for grain, wells for collecting water and chimneys. The first evidence dates back to the 11th century, when numerous castles were built throughout the area. At that time Vitozza must have been part of a large fiefdom that included 15 castles among which we remember Sorano, Pitigliano, Farnese, Mezzano, etc. (Guiniccesca land). The fiefdom must have had considerable strategic importance since thanks to the fortifications it was possible to control the natural access routes to the sea.

The area of Vitozza, near San Quirico, is one of the most important medieval rock settlements in Italy that developed on a tuff spur above the Lente valley. The settlement, already existing in the 12th century, was definitively abandoned around the 15th century due to wars and depredations. Traveling along the main dirt road you can admire the remains of fortifications, churches and also numerous caves (more than two hundred) that were used as stables, homes and places of work.

The Rocca Farnese, located in Tuscia, is an imposing 16th-century structure built around a medieval tower, which dominates the historic center of Ischia di Castro. The palace, unfinished for centuries, was recently restored by the new owner, bringing to light ancient forms and a walled Renaissance loggia. Originally built in the 13th century as a fortress, it was transformed into a palace in the 16th century, perhaps designed by Antonio da Sangallo the Younger. It was the residence of the Farnese, lords of the Duchy of Castro, and, after the end of the duchy in 1649, it passed to the Apostolic Chamber and various families.

Benvenuti a Bolsena, the town to which Lago di Bolsena owes its name. With just over four thousand inhabitants, it is a relatively small city. The old medieval center is located on the hill overlooking the water. The main city on the lake shines with its simplicity and modesty. Here you will not find a large shopping center with all the well-known chains, but one long street runs from east to west on which you will find countless small shops from local entrepreneurs who sell authentic products. At the end of that long street is the Rocca Monaldeschi, a beautiful castle from the fourteenth century. In the castle you will find the municipal museum, where you can discover the history of the lake and the city of Bolsena through archaeological finds. An entrance ticket also gives access to the castle's roof terrace, where you can enjoy beautiful views.

The Fortezza di Bolsena, also known as Rocca Monaldeschi, is an impressive castle that dominates the panorama of the village and the lake below. Built by the Orvietani in 1295, it was later transformed by the Monaldeschi, one of the most important families of Orvieto1. Although they never occupied it, the castle is now home to the Museo Territoriale del Lago di Bolsena. It offers a breathtaking view.