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Introduction

For being propped up on a hill if affords a sweeping view of the precious lake. One of Perugino’ masterpiece is in the Chiesa di San Sebastiano. The picture was created in 1505 and it depicts the lake in the artistic genius’ times. The Madonna in Trono con Angeli Musicanti was frescoed in the church, supposedly by Raphael but it was only found out in 2005.
The Museo del Tulle is located in a deconsecrated church which is decorated with frescoes. It exhibits typical local lace and tulle. A good chance to buy handmade lacework is on Piazza Saint Michael.
The Museo della Chiesa della Sbarra has a collection of vestments, statues, altar decorations and relic boxes keeping saints’ remains. The pieces have been collected sometime along the last five centuries.
Teatro Cesare Caporali was erected in the 18th century and still puts on concerts throughout the year. In July, August and September there are concerts staged by the Musica Insieme Panicale and there are free concerts held on the main square in the evenings.