Perugia, PG at a Glance
Perched upon a hilltop, Perugia's elevation makes for some dramatic views of
the surrounding Umbrian landscape,
and is the region's capital. The ancient Etruscans, who settled here as early
as 310 BC, left behind many clues of their culture and way of life. Of them,
the most recognized are the remarkably preserved sections of their city walls
that once acted as a barrier from the outside world. Architecture buffs are
further satiated by the city's many churches (totalling nearly four dozen).
Notable among them are the Duomo
of San Lorenzo, Basilica
of San Domenico and the Church
of San Severo. Also high on Perugia's list of must see attractions is the
Rocca
Paolina, a Renaissance fortress.
Often heralded for its balance of both the historic and modern, the city pulses
with posh boutiques and hip clubs, patronized by the city's university population,
educated at the University
of Perugia, one of the country's oldest, and the University
for Foreigners, an Italian culture and language school. For those with a
sweet tooth, be sure to check out the annual Eurochocolate
Festival, held in October.
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