Pleasantly situated but rather dull,
RIETI
is capital of Lazio's largest province, occupying the plumb geographical centre of Italy - and with a plaque in Piazza di San Rufo to prove it. In the days of the Romans this was a key region, the so-called
Umbilicus Italiae
, and the Via Salaria or "Salt Road" traversing these parts formed an essential route for trading salt (extracted from the Tiber estuary) with the Sabines who lived up in these hills. B... [More]
The carefully restored property offers its guests an elegant ambience which perfectly combines the fascination and charm of the past with modern, upscale comforts and facilities. It features comfortable and spacious guestrooms and suites, an excellent restaurant and 24-hour bar, cosy lounges as well... [More]