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Most visitors to Italy head straight for the well-known cities, such as Rome and Venice. But there are also some of the most stunning villages on earth in this beautiful nation. These Italian villages are the ideal places for visitors to feel as if they are locals of the nation.
Here are 5 beautiful villages in Italy you should visit this year
1. Bassano in Teverina, Lazio
There are historical sites and then there are places like this small village on the Lazio-Umbria border. Since the Etruscan era, people have lived in the region. Bassano in Teverina alone is filled with several historical sites, such as an amphitheatre, a clock tower and a remarkable six churches.
2. Brisighella, Emilia-Romagna
Well-known for its wonderful olive oil, this ancient village lies hidden among the lush, rolling vineyards of the Emilia-Romagna region. La Rocca Manfrediana, a fortress from the thirteenth century, is a captivating attraction.
3. Pacentro, Abruzzo
Situated on a plateau amidst the breathtaking Apennine mountains, the well-preserved medieval town of Pacentro is a part of Maiella National Park, which is widely known for its natural springs and the resulting abundance of pure mountain water
4. Anghiari, Tuscany
One of Italy’s most exquisite villages, Anghiari is about 30 kilometres from Arezzo. The battle between Florence and Milan in 1440 is the main reason for the town’s walled status. However, Anghiari ranks high on the list of Italy’s most beautiful places.
5. Norcia, Umbria
Nestled in the Umbrian mountains and situated at the heart of the Monti Sibillino National Park, Norcia is among Italy’s oldest villages. Norcia was already a prosperous town when Rome was a small village and it has been a center of pilgrimage for ages.
