FOLIGNO ALSO CALLED FULGINIA
Founded by the ancient Umbrians probably in the 10th century BC under the name of Fulginia, in 258 BC it became a municipality of the Roman Empire.
Conquered by the Goths around the end of the 5th century AD, it was then subjugated by the Lombards who annexed it to the powerful Duchy of Spoleto.
It was annexed in 1198 to the Papal State and in 1255, when the municipal period began, the city passed into the hands of the powerful Trinci family of Lombard origin. Under the rule of the Trinci family, the city experienced a large economic and artistic development, remaining under the Papal State until the unification of Italy.
History and nature in this area create a complementary relationship that will leave the visitor speechless, discovering corners of the historic center and places of considerable naturalistic interest.
WHAT TO SEE
The Town Hall, with a neoclassical façade; Palazzo Trinci (1389-1407), now the City Museum, which preserves splendid 15th-century frescoes, some of which are attributed to Gentile da Fabriano; the Cathedral , dedicated to the patron saint Feliciano, with a rich portal sculpted by the masters Rodolfo and Binello (1201); Palazzo Orfini , where the first edition of the Divine Comedy was printed in 1472 and the Palazzo del Podestà , seat of the municipal magistrates since the beginning of the 13th century. Nearby, the Oratory of the Nunziatella, a fine example of Renaissance architecture with frescoes by Perugino (1507); not far away, the Romanesque church of Santa Maria Infraportas , with interesting votive decorations and the former church of San Domenico, now transformed into an Auditorium designed by Franco Antonelli (1994).
GO TO FOLIGNO
Driving in central Italy offers an unforgettable experience, passing through rolling hills, vineyards and medieval hilltop villages. The route winds along scenic roads immersed in greenery, with spectacular views of sunflower fields, cypress trees and olive groves, with the Apennines looming on the horizon. The natural beauty blends with the rich history and culture of the region
