Rome Events and Hotel Reviews

Umbria is always a region full of surprises, due to the huge amount of folkloristic events and artistic attractions, among history, tradition and delicious food to taste. The Saint Eraclio Carnival is one of the most important appointments of the season, thanks to its ancient origins and its spectacular celebrations made of six masked floats parade through the town. Saint Eraclio, in province of Perugia near Foligno, is a small town full of tradition, due to the presence of the Old Castle and the Augustinian Monastry, besides the celebration of the carnival so famous and typical. The event takes place every year and this time it is expected from 31^st January till 14^th February 2010, with dances, songs, parades, lots of fun and the amazing food tastings at the Carnival Porterhouse. Also the towns of Guardea and Acquasparta are going to represent events you cannot absolutely skip, due to their essence full of fun and tradition. Then, for all the lovers of Art, Perugia proposes Umbria Veloce, an exhibition on Futurism movement mentioning also the famous ancient magazine Griffa! which used to be published during the 1920 in Umbria. This event is scheduled till 7^th February. And don’t forget to attend the charming 12^th edition of Aperitivo in Musica in Perugia, a cultural event which takes place at the Pavone Theatre every Sunday morning at 11.30, during which you can enjoy a pleasant music concert and taste a delicious aperitif. In addition, to celebrate one of the most famous products of Umbria, from 26^th February to 7^th March 2010, it is expected the 47^th edition of the Precious Norcia Black Truffle, where it will be possible to enjoy the rich gastronomic panorama of Umbria made of cheeses, truffle and sausages. Norcia, in province of Perugia, is so famous for its genuine products which represent an important resource for the whole Umbria, admired all over Italy and the World, besides its beautiful artistic attractions from the past such as Saint Benedetto Cathedral and the huge amount of buildings from the Middle Age and Renaissance. Talking about Perugia and all the towns in province, they are located near Trevi, a small village in the heart of Umbria where it is possible to breath the real essence of this amazing Italian region among past and present. Surrounded by olive trees, Trevi offers the tourists a wonderful panorama full of tradition, history and quiet, besides a very good location to start the numerous trips to the other artistic attractions like Perugia, Spello, Assisi, Bevagna, Spoleto. And what is better than a 4 star luxury hotel in Trevi for a romantic stay in Umbria? Sunflower Group, 3 star and luxury 4 star hotels in Rome and Umbria, proposes Antica Dimora alla Rocca, luxury accommodation in Umbria, suitable for every occasion, with the best comforts at very special rates. Visit now the hotel website and discover its amazing special offers!

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