From the bell tower in Todi you can see far out into the Umbrian countryside. No one knows exactly when the town was founded, but some say it dates back to 1955 B.C. Enthusiasts praise the way the town has evaded the trappings of modern life. Perhaps it’s Todi’s out-of-the-way location that has kept it safe from the rush of modern life.

Set in a stunning location, the hill of Todi rises in a valley and is one of Umbria’s oldest inhabited towns. It has a great atmosphere and sights that are well worth seeing – the impressive Piazza del Popolo and several churches. The town is composed of a network of narrow steep streets, typical of medieval hill towns surrounded by a semi circular wall that was built by the Romans.

It is a pleasant experience to walk along Todi’s narrow streets and look into the workshops of various artisans, or to come across one of the numerous little churches. The most impressive of the castles remaining intact is probably Montenero, situated high on a hill overlooking the southern boundaries and surrounded by a thick forest of pine trees. A must see for visiting tourists are the remains of Todi’s ancient Campidoglio.

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