Episode Description Join us for a circular walking tour of Perugia, Italy’s "vertical city." In this episode, we follow a specific 2.5-kilometer route that begins in the buried streets of the Rocca Paolina and climbs to the city's highest artistic heights. We’ll explore the "living room" of Corso Vannucci, cross the unique aqueduct bridge, and discover why this route is known as the "Perugia Workout."

Featured Stops:

• Rocca Paolina: The underground city and fortress built by Pope Paul III.

• Giardini Carducci: The famous balcony offering views across the Umbrian valley to Assisi.

• Corso Vannucci & Palazzo dei Priori: The main pedestrian boulevard and the Gothic town hall.

• Piazza IV Novembre: Home to the masterpiece Fontana Maggiore and the Cathedral of San Lorenzo.

• The Etruscan North: The massive Etruscan Well and the Arco d'Augusto.

• Via dell'Acquedotto: A 13th-century aqueduct converted into a scenic walking path.

• Oratorio di San Bernardino: A Renaissance masterpiece with a stunning bas-relief facade.

Practical Tips:

• The "Perugia Workout": Be ready for steep inclines and cobblestones; comfortable shoes are a must.

• Hidden Help: Use the escalators at the Rocca Paolina and the Cupa-Pellini system to manage the hills.

• Coffee Break: Stop at Pasticceria Sandri on Corso Vannucci, a historic shop open since 1860.

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Sources and References: The information in this episode was drawn from the following sources:

• A Vertical Voyage: The Definitive Perugia Walking Tour Excerpted text covering the circular walking route and specific stops.

• Palazzo dei Priori – Wikipedia Read the article

• Perugia – Wikipedia Read the article

• Perugia – Wikivoyage Read the travel guide

• Rocca Paolina – Wikipedia Read the article

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