ASSISI, ITALY — A hilly patchwork of yellow and green Umbrian fields unfolded on both sides of the road as I zipped around hairpin turns in my little red Fiat, feeling every bit the race car driver.

Umbria is best explored slowly: by foot, bike, or unhurried drives along winding country roads. Walk a stretch of the Via di ...

For travelers seeking authentic food and wine experiences, Umbria should rank high on their "must-visit" list, particularly in autumn, when the region's seasonal bounty is at its peak. The otherwise ...

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From Italy's northernmost alpine towns full of enchanting streets to beguiling sun-drenched southern Sicilian cities — and let's not forget the pristine beaches and cliffside destinations stretching ...

This May 2010 photo shows a view from the hilltop town of Monte Santa Maria Tiberina in the Umbria region of Italy. Umbria boasts beautiful landscapes, terrific food, impressive art and architecture, ...

Umbria plays the subtly gorgeous girl-next-door to its more famous celebrity neighbor, Tuscany. Our villa in Monte Santa Maria Tiberina, which the bride found through Homeaway.com, was the perfect ...