Would you love an Italian lakeside vacation? Then a beautiful stay at a villa near Lake Bolsena would be ideal for you! Relax in peaceful surroundings and have an enjoyable time exploring the surrounding towns and villages of Lake Bolsena in Latium. The town of Bolsena itself is a great starting point for your scenic tourist trail.
Stay in a villa rental in Torre San Severo, only a few kilometres from Bolsena where you will be tucked into the midst of tranquil nature and beauty!
The town of Bolsena is situated on the North-west of Lake Bolsena and was built on the lower slopes of an ancient volcano. The vegetation surrounding this picturesque town is abundant due to the rich fertile soil around these parts. Delicious fruits and vegetables are grown in the local area.
Visit the ruins of an ancient Etruscan town built above Bolsena which was believed to have been called Volsinii before the Romans conquered it and evicted its inhabitants. They moved in themselves and constructed many new buildings including a grand amphitheatre. Tourists can still see the ruins of these ancient entertainment grounds today!
Stay in a villa rental in Torre San Severo, only a few kilometres from Bolsena where you will be tucked into the midst of tranquil nature and beauty!
The town of Bolsena is situated on the North-west of Lake Bolsena and was built on the lower slopes of an ancient volcano. The vegetation surrounding this picturesque town is abundant due to the rich fertile soil around these parts. Delicious fruits and vegetables are grown in the local area.
Visit the ruins of an ancient Etruscan town built above Bolsena which was believed to have been called Volsinii before the Romans conquered it and evicted its inhabitants. They moved in themselves and constructed many new buildings including a grand amphitheatre. Tourists can still see the ruins of these ancient entertainment grounds today!
Learn about the interesting life and times of Bolsena’s patron Saint, Santa Cristina at an honorary festival in July. A beautiful old church dedicated to this saint also details her unfortunate gruesome end. Located close to Bolsena is the ancient pilgrim route leading to Rome called Via Francigena. There’s an interesting story of an old priest travelling to Rome who stopped off to pray at the tomb of Saint Cristina in Bolsena.
As he knelt, he noticed a fast flow of blood flowing from the tomb, staining his garments. From that day forth, Bolsena has become an important pilgrimage destination in its own right because of this story.
As he knelt, he noticed a fast flow of blood flowing from the tomb, staining his garments. From that day forth, Bolsena has become an important pilgrimage destination in its own right because of this story.
Attractions in Bolsena town include the might Fortress overlooking the town called Rocca Monaldeschi. It’s in almost perfect condition and offers tourists an interesting insight into what life was once like around Lake Bolsena. Bolsena is an extremely ancient town full of character and charm. Walk along its steep stone alleyways called vicoli and discover some quaint little authentic Italian eateries to enjoy a satisfying meal.
Come and see this little piece of paradise for yourself and be assured you will have an enriching tourist experience by Lake Bolsena!
Come and see this little piece of paradise for yourself and be assured you will have an enriching tourist experience by Lake Bolsena!
Photo credits
picture 1: Hans Peter Schaefer / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 2: Uspn / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Maurizio Firmani / CC BY-SA 3.0
picture 1: Hans Peter Schaefer / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 2: Uspn / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Maurizio Firmani / CC BY-SA 3.0