The Roman Hills
The Roman Hills
Maximum number of tourists: 10
Price per tour: 350 USD
Duration: 6 hours
Distance: 8 km
Tour by: Fernando Gozzi (Date: 21.04.2012)
Price per tour: 350 USD
Duration: 6 hours
Distance: 8 km
Tour by: Fernando Gozzi (Date: 21.04.2012)
Tour description
A fascinating historical tour on the Tuscolani hills. Starting from Frascati villas, built from the mid-sixteenth century, we will reach the hermitage of Camaldoli and the ruins of ancient roman city of Tusculum.
According to legend, Tusculum was founded by Telegonus, son of Ulysses, and it early became an important city. It was a favorite summer residence of Roman nobles; Pliny the Younger, Cicero, and the emperors Nero and Titus were among those who built villas there. It continued to be important until 1191, when it was razed by the Romans. Ruins include villas, an amphitheater, and a theater.
According to legend, Tusculum was founded by Telegonus, son of Ulysses, and it early became an important city. It was a favorite summer residence of Roman nobles; Pliny the Younger, Cicero, and the emperors Nero and Titus were among those who built villas there. It continued to be important until 1191, when it was razed by the Romans. Ruins include villas, an amphitheater, and a theater.
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