Things to do in San Gemini

Cascata delle Marmore (Marmore Falls) is both a natural wonder and magnificent feat of human engineering. This three-tiered waterfall cascades from a height of 541 feet (165 meters) and through spectacular greenery before emptying into a river. Casacata delle Marmore has inspired great poets such as Lord Byron and Virgil, from ancient Rome. Admire the pristine beauty of the falls, feel its thundering force from observation decks and take part in thrilling watersports.

Get ready to be amazed by the statues and sculptures that decorate the Parco dei Mostri (Park of the Monsters). The park dates back to 1552, when Prince Vicino Orsini established it as a memorial to his late wife. It sat overgrown for many years before being brought back to life in the mid-1900s. Today, Parco dei Mostri is a playground of mannerist sculptures set around a labyrinth of well-groomed Italian gardens.

The Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta is a 12th-century church with a beautiful Romanesque façade. Inside, see remarkable frescoes and other religious works of art in a stunning Baroque interior.

Santa Maria della Consolazione is a Renaissance-style church and one of Todi’s finest works of architecture. Visit the church to admire its imposing exterior and graceful decorations and attend celebrations that honor a legendary icon. Founded in 1508, construction of Santa Maria della Consolazione took almost a century to complete.

Palazzo Chigi-Albani is a striking architectural landmark set amid Soriano nel Cimino’s historic center. It dates back to the mid-1500s and was a former residence of the noble Albani and Chigi families. Built on the designs of Italian architect Giacomo Barozzi da Vignola, the palace is a key feature of the town’s Renaissance heart. Today, much of Palazzo Chigi-Albani is in need of restoration but it’s worth visiting to envisage its former splendor and see its impressive fountain.