But be warned, the hills are extremely steep. I peddled so hard that my rear slipped
off the metal fork and I spent 2 hours waiting for a hardward store to open up so I could buy
a wrench.
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Orvieto has a stunning duomo. Much has been written about it and I previously did not believe it could be as amazing as everyone said. But now that I have seen it I can honestly say that it could compete with just about any other duomo in Italy for artistic value. |
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Inside the city walls of Orvieto there are a variety of houses in all shapes and sizes. This cute little house is nestled into a cozy little intersection. Actually, several families may be living in this structure. Often old structures are divided up by simply building walls inside and further subdividing the space. It is common for Italian families to cash in on their locations and sell off part of their house. I'm sure it is a painful thing to do, but they simply buy or build another house in the country side later. |
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At the far western side of the town, Ilooked down and saw this picture perfect villa. There are many houses and villas that have these straight and narrow trees. |
As I wrote earlier, I descended from the Western edge of the city down a very steep road,
stopping to take pictures at whatever fit my fancy. I noticed a very old looking wall that
ran from the city and into the countryside. Look in the exact center of this foto
and you will see it. The road I was on, came to an intersection and I turned left
towards the wall. The modern day road I was on cut right through the wall
and I continued on a road that circumnavigates Orvieto from the valley floor.
If your looking for an ultra-scenic place to take your bicycle then I recommend going to Orvieto and just spend the whole day viewing it from the inside and out. You won't be dissapointed.