Conversations with a Benedict Monk in Norcia, Umbria

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You know your conversation with a Benedict monk is going to be interesting when one of the first things he says is “I have a lover…” his eyes dancing with mischief.

Activo Park: An Exhilarating Day in Umbria

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I love adventure. I love challenges. I love looking down, way down, knowing that if I fall at best it will really hurt, at worst…. Given my adventurous spirit I thought a day at Activo Park in Valnerina, Umbria would be child’s play. Luckily I was wrong.

Marmore’s Falls: World’s Tallest Man Made Waterfall

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Marmore’s Falls is the world’s tallest man made waterfall. Even more incredible is that it dates back to 271BC and was constructed by the Romans.

Monti Sibillini National Park in Umbria: As Seen from the Back of a Donkey

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Monti Sibillini National Park in Umbria – as seen from the back of a cankerous but lovable donkey named Nina.