Leaving Piazza IV Novembre, where the city's most important monuments are to be found (the fountain Fontana Maggiore, the Cathedral, and the Priors' Palace, which contains the National Museum of Umbria), continue along Corso Vannucci, the city's main axis.
After having arrived at Piazza Italia, which occupies the site of the 15th century strong-hold of the Rocca Paolina, return to Piazza IV Novembre passing along Via Biagiotti and without forgetting to take a look at the Palace of the People's Captain. Entering Via dei Priori at this point, you'll arrive at the Oratory of St. Bernardino, an architectural and sculptural Renaissance jewel.
Starting out from the 10th century church of St. Peter, you'll pass along the side of the church of St. Dominic with its Archeological Museum.
Having percurred Via XX Settembre, you'll arrive in front of the church of St. Maria Nuova and the stupendous; Arch of Augustus. On the right- hand side, you'll find the beautiful church of St. Augustine.
Starting out from Perugia, a city very rich in art and history, take the highway E 45 to exit at Torgiano. This small town is famous for its Museum of Wine and for its wine-making industry.
Descending among the luxurious hills of Torgiano, you'll arrive at Deruta with its traditional pottery industry which goes back a thousand years. At Deruta it's possibile to visit a considerable number of pottery shops and the Regional Museum of Ceramics.
Starting out from Perugia, follow the State Road "Magionese", and from below, you'll reach the ancient town of Corciano.
Of Roman origin, it is surrounded by a vast circle of walls dating back to the Middle Ages. During the summer months, the town's streets are the show-place of an important exhibition of modern art; during the Christmas festivities it is possibile to admire the famous live creche.
