Blera, Medieval commune in Viterbo Province, Italy
Blera sits on a narrow rock formation where two deep valleys meet, positioned at 270 meters above sea level. The commune shares borders with several neighboring towns including Barbarano Romano, Canale Monterano, Tolfa, Vejano, and Vetralla.
The Lombards under King Desiderius destroyed the settlement in 772, leading to centuries of control by different noble families. These shifting powers left their marks on the place's development.
Throughout the area, rock-carved tombs display architectural features that mirror ancient residential buildings. These structures show how people once lived and honored their dead.
The location sits in a hilly region and is best explored on foot to fully appreciate the rock formations and valleys. Sturdy footwear is recommended since paths are uneven and sometimes steep.
Excavations at Selvasecca revealed a Republican period rural structure featuring a vaulted cistern built with Roman concrete. These findings show the technical knowledge possessed by ancient inhabitants.
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