The agritourism estate of Il Pergolato is nestled amongst the rolling undulating hills of the Lathium – land of Etruscans, the Ancient Romans and many a pope.

The property enjoys a fine position overlooking its very own vineyard and the surrounding countryside but it is also perfect for exploring the many places of interest in the region but also Umbria and Tuscany. Indeed, Rome awaits just to the south (52kms-33M) with its enormous historical and cultural heritage of revealing archeological sites, splendid renaissance and baroque palaces and of course the Vatican City, sovereign seat of the pope and home to the largest collection of art and antiquities in the world.

The world of the Etruscans is also nearby to the west at Viterbo (50kms-31M), Vulci (100 (kms-62M) and Cerveteri and Tuscania (70kms-43M) with is interesting Etruscan tombs.
One may also embark on a pilgrimage tracing the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi which starts at Rieti (51kms-31M) and winds its way north through some delightful countryside visiting the many holy sites connected with the patron saint of Italy. Inevitably, Assisi is well-worth a visit (100kms-62M) with its mysterious churches, other - wordly atmosphere and naturally the majestic frescoes by Giotto in the Basilica of Saint Francis.

Umbria is also the home of music from the famous “Festival of the Two Worlds” at glorious Spoleto (60kms-37M) to the more up-beat jazz festival in the Umbrian regional capital-Perugia.
Other sites of interest in Umbria include the Cascate delle Marmore at Terni (43kms-27M) which is the highest waterfall in Europe at 100 mtrs. Orvieto should not be missed with its underground necropoli and arguably the most beautiful gothic cathedral in Italy.

Tuscany is closer than one would think with its panorama which, in some place, haven’t changed in 1000 years. Renaissance glory can be found at Arezzo and Cortona (160kms-100M), Siena (170kms-106M) e Firenze sud (208kms-130M). Sport lovers can reach the sea at Tarquinia (88kms-55M) and the interesting Mount Argentario promontory (145kms-90M). The largest lake in the region at Bolsena is easily reached (75kms-46M).
Golf is growing in popularity in Italy and at Sutri (41kms-25M), “Le Querce“ is one of the flagship courses of the Italian Golf Federation.
Finally, the younger element may prefer the famous discotheque “Cyborg” which is at Attigliano (33kms-20M).
Santa Cristina is easily reached from Fiumicino Airport (90kms-56M) and there are excellent rail connections to the area notably at Magliano Sabina just 4 kms away.