Viterbo

The central district of Viterbo contains stone buildings, narrow streets, and fortified walls constructed during the Middle Ages, spanning 404 square kilometers.

The city became a significant papal residence in the 13th century, with several elections taking place in the Palazzo dei Papi between 1261 and 1281.

Residents of Viterbo maintain the tradition of the Macchina di Santa Rosa, carrying a 30-meter illuminated tower through the city streets each September.

The thermal springs of Viterbo, located near the historic center, contain mineral-rich waters reaching temperatures of 40 to 58 degrees Celsius.

External staircases called profferli decorate many buildings in Viterbo, representing a distinct architectural element of medieval construction methods.

Location: Province of Viterbo

Elevation above the sea: 326 m

Shares border with: Bagnoregio, Bomarzo, Canepina, Celleno, Civitella d'Agliano, Graffignano, Marta, Monte Romano, Montefiascone, Ronciglione, Tuscania, Vetralla, Vitorchiano, Caprarola, Soriano nel Cimino

Website: http://comune.viterbo.it

GPS coordinates: 42.41861,12.10417

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:14