Introduction
Ternis’s widest appeals are accounted for being on the way to Valnerina, Norcia and Monti Sibillini or for being a haven of art. Terni is also called the Manchester of Italy or “the steel city” for it has been a factory city since the beginning of the 20th century when it was chosen by tourists eager to see its modern factories. Terni was almost destroyed by bombardment in the WWII but its inhabitants were determined to reconstruct it.
What to See and Do
The Pinacoteca houses an outstanding piece of Piero Matteo d’Amelia the most famed artist of his time. He frescoed the ceiling of the Vatican’s chapel which was later covered by Michelangelo’s work.
One of the celebrations held in Terni is Saint Valentine’s Day on the 14th February. Saint Valentine was the bishop of Terni and suffered his martyrdom commanded by Emperor Aurelius in 269 AD. His death originated a legend according to which Valentine used to welcome his visitors with flowers. The marriage of two of his visitors created this connection between passion and Saint Valentine. In spite of his celebration is held on 14th February, the whole month is the month of love.
Its tourist information office is to the south of the railway station close to Largo Don Minzoni
How to Get to/away
BY BUS: to Perugia (length: 1 ¼ hours, services 3 a day), to Narni (length: 30 minutes, service : 12 a day).
