San Pietro in Valle, Medieval abbey in Ferentillo, Italy.
This religious complex stands halfway up Mount Solenne, surrounded by dense forest along the Valnerina state road leading from Ferentillo to Cascia.
Duke Faroaldo II of Spoleto established the monastery in the 8th century, later renouncing his title to become a monk within these walls until his death in 728.
The church walls display an extensive cycle of 12th-century frescoes depicting stories from the Old and New Testaments, representing central Italian medieval art.
The monastic complex now functions as a tourist accommodation facility following recent renovations that preserved its historical architecture.
Five Roman sarcophagi with pagan motifs remain inside the church, including one of Asiatic style that traditionally contained Duke Faroaldo II's remains.
Location: Ferentillo
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
GPS coordinates: 42.64543,12.81154
Latest update: May 13, 2025 06:43
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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