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At Home in the Village
In the heart of historical Tuscia, the Northern Lazio region of Italy about an hour North of Rome, hides a diamond in the rough: the village of Blera and its surroundings.
Built on a tufa hill and surrounded by the green valley around its feet, its origins are ancient. Today Blera is a picturesque medieval village that hides hidden beauty and history.
Our apartment is 300 years old, but updated with modern amenities. Below us the structure is much older and the cellars go deep. Our street name, Pozzi means “wells”.
- Second Story 2-Level Apartment, Accessible Via Stairs
- 1 Master Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom with Shower
- 1 Small Bedroom with a Single Bed & Bunk Beds
- Living Room with Sleep Sofa
- Full Kitchen (no dishwasher)
- Patio Space
- No Air-Conditioning
IN the heart of Blera
Our apartment overlooks Via De Pozzi near the church square. Steps from the cafe.
From the Balcony
The village of Blera is a tangle of narrow streets and tufa-walled houses recognizable by the presence of the “profferli”, which are the typical staircases of the medieval architecture of the Viterbo area.
Walking its narrow streets, it is still possible to imagine yourself walking in the past. Along the Via Roma, the main street, you will find the Porta Marina, one of the access gates to the ancient village, still intact.
Along Via Roma are also the most important buildings, such as Palazzo Colonna and the Church of Santa Maria Assunta and San Vivenzio, which houses the tomb of the Saint.
Also not to be missed is the hidden Blera, formed by tunnels and caves dug into the tufa, which in the past were used as warehouses, stables and cellars. The past goes deep in Blera.
On Our Doorstep
Italy is renowned for its rich cultural heritage and is home to many traditions. One such tradition that catches the attention of locals and visitors is the ‘Infiorata’, a unique artistic display where streets are adorned with elaborate floral carpets to celebrate the feast of Corpus Christi, known as ‘Corpus Domini’ in Italian. Taking place in May, this age-old tradition shows the country’s deep-rooted connection to art, religion, and community.
When traveling there’s nothing like the tastes, sights, smells, and sounds of the real world, ancient and new. When it comes to sensory delights, Italian festivals have plenty to offer. With historical carnivals, extreme sports, fine wine, jazz events, and even chestnut celebrations, Italy will delight your palate and excite your imagination. It might even soothe your soul.
At Home in Italy
Our apartment is in the heart of the village within walking distance to multiple little stores for all of your needs.
Blera is a small farming village immersed in the ancient history of Italy. The surrounding area is abundant with walking trails to Etruscan sites, ancient forests and amazing food.
This is a rustic village where English is not spoken. This is a great place to immerse yourself in another language. As soon as you start speaking Italian, almost every Italian’s face lights up and they just start firing away. This is a place where time has stood still.
the dolce vita way of life
Life in small Italian villages is laid back. The hustle and bustle is a foreign concept here. You definitely won’t find yourself being rushed and in a hurry. It’s quite the opposite. The locals linger in the town square, gossip at the local bar or chat with people they pass by. The local street dogs sleep lazily in the shade.
There is no urgency. There might be some activity in the morning as the stores open, and people get their groceries and gossip. A stop at the local coffee shop for a pastry and a caffeine shot is part of the daily routine.
Once the pastry and coffee are done and you head out to explore, it’s nearly impossible to travel through Italy without cruising past ancient Roman relics, but Italian history didn’t start with the Romans, and much of what we think of as Italian artifacts actually predates that period by hundreds of years. Before Caesar or Tiberius took their places as Emperors there were kings, cities and states ruled by the Etruscans, a civilization whose origins lay shrouded in mystery and whose influence is still felt on some of the most important areas of modern-day Italy. While remnants of the Etruscans are found throughout the country, some of the most impressive sites are a stone’s throw away from Rome, in the villages of Lazio, like Blera.
