“Threatening skies over The Tower of the Moor - Orvieto” …

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“Threatening skies over The Tower of the Moor - Orvieto” …

At the peak of its economic power and political stability, towards the end of the 13th century, the Commune of Orvieto decided to move its civic buildings to the restored Palazzo Communal and to build the Palazzo del Popolo, La Torre del Moro, and the Duomo di Orvieto. The tower has maintained many functions including water storage for “the city on the cliff.” The Duomo is an Italian, ornate architectural masterpiece. The facade is one of the most famous in the world and looks like something seen at Disney World. This evening image was captured from my rooftop terrace at the Grand Hotel Italia. Look closely, and you will see the ornate spires of the Duomo posing in the distance. Orvieto is one of the most striking, memorable, and enjoyable hill towns in central Italy. Less than 90 minutes from Rome, Orvieto sits majestically high above the valley floor atop a substantial chunk of volcanic stone called tufa and overlooking cypress-dotted Umbrian plains and vineyards. The ancient city rewards one with a peaceful and historical stroll back in time to the days of the Etruscans, who built this clifftop village over two thousand years ago for protection from their enemies. The ancient Etruscan wall still stands today presenting colorful cliffside views, and protecting the famous Duomo di Orvieto, the Palazzo del Popolo, and other antique treasures. The 14th Century Duomo was constructed to provide a home for the “Corporal of Bolsena,” a miracle that occurred in 1263 in the nearby town of Bolsena. A traveling priest who had doubts about the truth of transubstantiation found that his Host was bleeding so much that it stained the altar cloth. The cloth is now stored in the “Chapel of the Corporal” inside the cathedral. It is amazing to turn the corner only to view, stop, and stare as the majestic Cathedral slowly rises to touch the heavens above.

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“Threatening skies over The Tower of the Moor - Orvieto” …<br />
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At the peak of its economic power and political stability, towards the end of the 13th century, the Commune of Orvieto decided to move its civic buildings to the restored Palazzo Communal and to build the Palazzo del Popolo, La Torre del Moro, and the Duomo di Orvieto. The tower has maintained many functions including water storage for “the city on the cliff.” The Duomo is an Italian, ornate architectural masterpiece. The facade is one of the most famous in the world and looks like something seen at Disney World. This evening image was captured from my rooftop terrace at the Grand Hotel Italia. Look closely, and you will see the ornate spires of the Duomo posing in the distance. Orvieto is one of the most striking, memorable, and enjoyable hill towns in central Italy. Less than 90 minutes from Rome, Orvieto sits majestically high above the valley floor atop a substantial chunk of volcanic stone called tufa and overlooking cypress-dotted Umbrian plains and vineyards. The ancient city rewards one with a peaceful and historical stroll back in time to the days of the Etruscans, who built this clifftop village over two thousand years ago for protection from their enemies. The ancient Etruscan wall still stands today presenting colorful cliffside views, and protecting the famous Duomo di Orvieto, the Palazzo del Popolo, and other antique treasures. The 14th Century Duomo was constructed to provide a home for the “Corporal of Bolsena,” a miracle that occurred in 1263 in the nearby town of Bolsena. A traveling priest who had doubts about the truth of transubstantiation found that his Host was bleeding so much that it stained the altar cloth. The cloth is now stored in the “Chapel of the Corporal” inside the cathedral. It is amazing to turn the corner only to view, stop, and stare as the majestic Cathedral slowly rises to touch the heavens above.

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