Begun in 1563 incorporating the Baglioni from the early ‘500 palace, the Palazzo della Corgna “similar to the palace” was born as a villa of delights and pleasures of the Corgna family, but subsequent historical events that led to the separation from the feud Castel della Pieve, today Città della Pieve, turned it in to the family residence in the palace of the Marquis capital. Still uncertain is the authorship of the project, torn between G. Alessi and Vignola.

Source: Palazzo della Corgna – the main museum of Lake Trasimeno

Magione

Magione, ancient villages and unforgettable sunsets

 

The eastern coast of Lake Trasimeno is dotted with fascinating villages and hamlets, places rife with history and blessed with the most beautiful sunsets imaginable.  There is San Savino, with its castle and triangular medieval tower; San Feliciano, a charming and ancient fishing village; Monte Colognola, a hamlet with breathtaking views and origins that date to the 1300s; Monte del Lago, an architectural jewel on an outcrop right over the lake; and Agello, which boasts an 11^th century fortress.  

Magione itself boasts the imposing Castle of the Knights of Malta, built in the 12^th century as a fortified hospital.  It has been perfectly preserved and can be toured on request. 

Tuoro sul Trasimeno

Tuoro sits at the northern end of Lake Trasimeno, on the border between Umbria and Tuscany. Four itineraries which trace the steps of history and art have been created here. 

The most important of these itineraries is the one dedicated to history and the archaeology of the Battle of  Trasimeno.  It meanders through the countryside which saw one of the bloodiest battles of the 2^nd Punic War between the Romans and the Carthaginians. It comprises twelve stops featuring illustrated panels in four languages explaining the fine details of the battle. 

The second itinerary is a nature walk through the woods along the Rio River and takes you to the lovely Vernazzano Tower, which leans dramatically to one side.

Source: The Towns