A walk above town...

La Strada Pedonale Panoramica is a winding path above Spoleto that has been walked for centuries.  It offers amazing views and trails that branch off from it for miles.  In ancient pagan times, this area was a bosco sacro.  Even St. Francis walked amongst the sacred woods here.

Michelangelo wrote, "I have had the great pleasure of the mountains of Spoleto and have visited those hermitages, and I now return to Rome as only half a man, as it is only within those woods that one can find peace."

There are trails of varying lengths from hours to days long.  We are eager to explore and experience what those before us have.  Just another reason to love Spoleto!

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2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Did you look up and translate that information from your local library?! :)
When are you going to switch to Italian? Your English speaking friends can look at the pics!
What incredible views!!
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xandra said...

I can't believe that YOU took those pictures! Amazing! That is my ideal place! :)

Loving the updates! You both look so happy!

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