Here is a list of 10 municipalities in Umbria that can be included in the definition of a Medici Humanistic Village, thanks to their Renaissance and humanistic artistic heritage, influenced by the Italian cultural climate that flourished thanks to the Medici. Each village preserves significant works of art, architecture or traditions:
1. Città di Castello
- Reason: Renowned for its Renaissance center and the Burri Museum, it hosts works of art and architecture that bear witness to the era.
- Tourism: Visit the Cathedral of San Florido and the Burri Museum.
- Population: About 39,000 inhabitants
- Telephone: (+39) 075 85231
- Email: comune@cittadicastello.gov.it
- Official website: Città di Castello
- Wikipedia: Città di Castello – Wikipedia
2. Spello
- Reason: Famous for the “Infiorata” and the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore, with frescoes by Pinturicchio.
- Tourism: Admire the floral decorations and frescoes.
- Population: About 8,800 inhabitants
- Telephone: (+39) 0742 30181
- Email: comune@comune.spello.pg.it
- Official website: Comune di Spello
- Wikipedia: Spello – Wikipedia
3. Montefalco
- Reason: The “Balcony of Umbria”, known for its Sagrantino wine and frescoes by Gozzoli.
- Tourism: Visit the Church of San Francesco and the cellars.
- Population: About 5,800 inhabitants
- Telephone: (+39) 0742 379598
- Email: info@comune.montefalco.pg.it
- Official website: Montefalco
- Wikipedia: Montefalco – Wikipedia
4. Norcia
- Reason: Known for its Norcia tradition and the Basilica of San Benedetto.
- Tourism: Discover the typical products and the historic center.
- Population: About 4,800 inhabitants
- Telephone: (+39) 0743 828711
- Email: urp@comune.norcia.pg.it
- Official website: Comune di Norcia
- Wikipedia: Norcia – Wikipedia
5. Assisi
- Reason: UNESCO heritage and spiritual center, it hosts masterpieces by Giotto in the Basilica of San Francesco.
- Tourism: Visit the Basilica and the Rocca Maggiore.
- Population: About 28,000 inhabitants
- Telephone: (+39) 075 81381
- Email: urp@comune.assisi.pg.it
- Official website: Assisi
- Wikipedia: Assisi – Wikipedia
6. Bevagna
- Reason: It preserves intact medieval and Renaissance structures, with a strong artisan tradition.
- Tourism: Explore Piazza Silvestri and the artisan workshops.
- Population: About 5,000 inhabitants
- Telephone: (+39) 0742 36181
- Email: info@comune.bevagna.pg.it
- Official website: Bevagna
- Wikipedia: Bevagna – Wikipedia
7. Todi
- Reason: It hosts Renaissance and medieval buildings, such as the Temple of Santa Maria della Consolazione.
- Tourism: Visit the Piazza del Popolo and the historic churches.
- Population: About 16,000 inhabitants
- Telephone: (+39) 075 89561
- Email: info@comune.todi.pg.it
- Official website: Todi
- Wikipedia: Todi – Wikipedia
8. Narni
- Reason: Medieval city with works by Benozzo Gozzoli and a rich cultural heritage.
- Tourism: Discover the Rocca Albornoz and the historic center.
- Population: About 20,000 inhabitants
- Telephone: (+39) 0744 7471
- Email: info@comune.narni.tr.it
- Official website: Narni
- Wikipedia: Narni – Wikipedia
9. Gubbio
- Reason: Famous for the Corsa dei Ceri and medieval architecture, with Renaissance influences.
- Tourism: Visit the Palazzo dei Consoli and the streets of the center.
- Population: About 32,000 inhabitants
- Telephone: (+39) 075 92371
- Email: urp@comune.gubbio.pg.it
- Official website: Gubbio
- Wikipedia: Gubbio – Wikipedia
10. Orvieto
- Reason: The Gothic-Renaissance Cathedral and the underground make it a center of great historical interest.
- Tourism: Explore the Cathedral and the Well of St. Patrick.
- Population: About 20,000 inhabitants
- Telephone: (+39) 0763 3061
- Email: urp@comune.orvieto.tr.it
- Official website: Orvieto
- Wikipedia: Orvieto – Wikipedia
These Umbrian villages offer a unique blend of art, culture and history, influenced by the Italian Renaissance and the humanistic riches of the time.
