Although we didn’t have class today, we did travel to the nearby village of Gubbio for sightseeing.
What a beautiful village.
Gubbio is near the foot of Mount Ingino in Umbria. It is a quaint little village with Basilica di Sant’Ubaldo near the top of the mountain, accessible by a steep trail, or a basket ski lift, for those who are daring. I wasn’t one of them!
Gubbio is known for its ceramics and truffles, and its cobblestone streets and gorgeous architecture were captivating.
Views from Palazzo dei Consoli…stunning.
For lunch, we shared Italian dishes of funghi porcini on bruschetta and pasta. Yum.
Clotheslines and laundry always captivate, especially when so simply done against old stone walls.
One of my favorite shops was scarf shop Mariagrazia Tonani, where the proprietress weaves lana (wool) and linen scarves from her loom within the store. If you are ever in Gubbio and have a chance to stop in, this woman is simply lovely and her scarves have an incredible hand. I had to purchase a wool scarf, of course.
I have no idea what these white flowers were, but they caught my eye in their simplicity. If you know what plant this is, please comment!
Ciao until tomorrow my friends, when we resume our watercolor lessons.
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