Deruta, Ceramic manufacturing town in Umbria, Italy
The hill settlement of Deruta rises 234 meters above sea level in the Umbrian landscape, surrounded by ancient defensive walls with three entrance gates.
The town received its communal status in 1235 while under Perugia's control, with a governance system established through the Palazzo of the Consuls.
The Regional Ceramics Museum in the former San Francesco convent holds a collection of historical majolica pieces, representing centuries of local craftsmanship.
Multiple ceramic workshops offer demonstrations of traditional manufacturing techniques, while local stores sell authenticated Deruta pottery products throughout the town.
The local clay deposits enabled artisans to develop metallic lustreware with gold and ruby red finishes during the early 16th century, creating a distinct ceramic style.
Location: province of Perugia
Capital city: Deruta
Elevation above the sea: 214 m
Website: https://www.comune.deruta.pg.it/
Shares border with: Bettona, Collazzone, Perugia, Torgiano, Marsciano
Website: https://comune.deruta.pg.it
GPS coordinates: 42.98333,12.41667
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:58
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