Perugia
Perugia, the capital of Umbria in central Italy, is a city with a rich history dating back to Etruscan times. Nestled between Lake Trasimeno and the Tiber River, it is home to about 150,000 people. In the Middle Ages, it was an important center in the conflict between the Guelphs and Ghibellines. Renowned for its picturesque old town with Renaissance and Gothic landmarks such as the Cathedral of San Lorenzo and the Fontana Maggiore. The temperate climate, with warm summers and mild winters, makes spring and autumn ideal for visiting.
