Umbria

Umbria's isolated hills and forests seem to the visitor to have remained unchanged for centuries. This, after all, is the landscape immortalised by Raphael and the Umbrian school of Renaissance painters. The communities of these isolated high valleys, their architecture, culture and heritage reflect the turbulent history of Italy. This is a landscape where natural beauty sits easily with human culture form ancient times. Six full colour hardback books which celebrate the natural beauty and cultural treasures of Italy's very different regions. Take the back road off the tourist trail and discover in these magnificent colour photographs and absorbing narratives the unexpected corners and breathtaking landscapes that will hope to discover when you visit Italy.