Lake Alviano, Protected wetland reservoir in Umbria, Italy
Lake Alviano extends across 900 hectares within the Tiber Valley, featuring shallow waters, reed beds, and riparian woodlands that support numerous bird species.
The creation of Lake Alviano occurred in 1963 when ENEL constructed a dam on the Tiber River to generate hydroelectric power for the region.
WWF Italy manages this natural reserve since 1990, establishing educational programs and research initiatives focused on wildlife conservation and environmental protection.
Two distinct walking paths traverse the reserve, with the 1.5-kilometer Sentiero Natura offering wheelchair accessibility and six observation hides for bird watching.
The reservoir contains a heron nesting colony on an island where grey herons and multiple other heron species establish their nests each breeding season.
Website: http://wwf.it/oasi/umbria/lago_di_alviano
GPS coordinates: 42.60470,12.25110
Latest update: March 3, 2025 18:31
Umbria preserves traces of over two millennia of history through its archaeological sites, religious monuments, and remarkable natural formations. The region features underground complexes such as Orvieto Underground with its 1,200 passages carved into volcanic tuff, and Narni Underground, revealing medieval chapels and remains of Roman aqueducts. Visitors also explore the Dunarobba Fossil Forest, where 50 petrified tree trunks dating back three million years showcase the region's geological evolution. Medieval castles like Rocca Albornoziana overlook ancient towns, while monasteries such as San Pietro in Valle and Eremo delle Carceri maintain medieval art and spirituality. The Umbrian landscape stretches from Gubbio's Roman theaters to mountain villages like Castelluccio, perched at 1,452 meters (4,764 feet) above sea level, and includes the Nera Natural Park, which protects over 2,120 hectares (5,243 acres) of forests and limestone formations. These sites trace the region’s history from the Etruscan civilization through the Renaissance.
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Porta Sant'Antonio
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