“On the border between Umbria and Tuscany sits a charming town built by centuries of history. Castiglione protects Lake Trasimeno, its image mirrored in the water.” The town’s most important landmark is, without a doubt, Palazzo della Corgna . Originally a grand villa, it later became the Corgna dynasty’s court palace. Today it is the venue of many important cultural activities and hosts a museum that celebrates the main events of the della Corgna family in frescoes painted by the renowned artist Niccolò Circignani, also known as Il Pomarancio. The Rocca del Leone, a military fortress built in the late XII century over the remains of an Etruscan site, is connected to Palazzo della Corgna. The Rocca is a pentagonal building that was modified by Frederick of Svevia to reflect the astronomical sign of Leo. The tower that dominates the entire perimeter of Lake Trasimeno and its enchanting landscape was added in 1310. The remains of a church of probable Byzantine origin devoted to saints Filippo and Giacomo can still be seem inside the Rocca today. The walls of the castle are home to a lovely amphitheatre where, in summer, exhibits and performances of all types can be enjoyed.

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.  Its inner courtyard hosts concerts of the Trasimeno Music Festival in July, a prestigious international music festival directed by the famous pianist Angela Hewitt.
The ancient tower of the Lambardi also sits in Magione.  It was built in the 12^th and 13^th century by the Cavalieri Gerosolimitani and dominates the town offering magnificent views over the surrounding countryside.  It is square and 30 meters tall and has recently been restored to its original splendor.  Open from April through September it often hosts important contemporary art exhibits.

A natural terrace overlooking Lake Trasimeno, Panicale is the birthplace of artists and leaders and retains all the characteristics of a medieval castle, the structure perched on Mount Petrarvella. The three ancient squares on three different levels characterizes its layout like so many concentric ellipses.
The main square hosts a XV century well (turned into a fountain in the 1900s ) and the impressive Collegiate Church of San Michele, while the XIV century Palazzo del Podestà (home of the Historical Archives) was built on the city’s most panoramic spot on Piazza Masolino, and obviously boasts a breathtaking view.
In addition to being one of the most beautiful villages in Italy, Panicale has, since 2007, also earned the prestigious Orange Flagfrom the Italian Touring Club for its important cultural and landscape heritage, and for the many events it hosts: the theatre season, music festivals, food festivals, embroidery courses. The Renaissance left a significant artistic imprint here through such men as Il Perugino, Raphael and G. Battista Caporali, just to mention some the great masters of that era. The nearby Mongiovino Sanctuary is considered one of the most important examples of Italian Mannerist art. Designed by Rocco da Vicenza, it houses works by Il Pomarancio, Lombarddelli, Alfani and many more…

The area of Piegaro encompasses various towns, each one steeped in history and blessed by nature: the castle of Cibottola, which still boasts much of its ancient walls and a seven-sided, 20 metre high tower, the beautifully restored Gaiche and Greppolischieto castles, the lovely town of Castiglion Fosco with its round XVI century tower, the XI century Abbazia dei Sette Frati (privately owned) complete with a Romanesque church, monastery and courtyard. Then there is Pietrafitta and its lignite mines where, 60 years ago, paleontological fossils of European importance were uncovered, now preserved in the Luigi Boldrini Museum of Paleontology. Monte Arale is 853 metres above sea level and the highest peak of the area. As you go up towards the old town of Piegaro, you will first come across an old church of the Madonna della Crocetta (XVI century) and then the ancient town walls and medieval towers. Of interest inside the town are the church of San Silvestro and the lovely XVIII century palazzo Misciattelli – Pallavicini, home to an historic residence. Piegaro’s most interesting landmark, however, is the remains of the old glass factory, now the home of the Museo del Vetro, or Glass Museum.

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.
Campo del Sole is the third itinerary and features 27 sculpted columns made of local stone, known as pietra serena, set in a lovely park on the lakeshore.
The fourth itinerary is located on Isola Maggiore and is a journey into the past to explore the stay of Saint Francis on the island and Renaissance life there.  It will also introduce visitors to the Irish-point lace-makers of the island.  The itinerary also takes visitors to the island’s lovely frescoed church of San Michele Arcangelo, to the Documentation Centre and the lace-making museum.