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NorciaNorcia, part of the Ancient Roman Empire, seated the municipium since 290 BC. The Christianity arrived during the 3rd century and, from then on, the town became bishop residence. St Scolastica and St Benedetto were born here and, the latter, was acknowledged as the founder of western monasticism and patron saint of Europe. During the 16th century it became prefecture and and churches were springing up all over the town. Norcia housed goldsmith and painting schools, artists and high-qualified experts in medicine, law and literature. The town is rich in artisan shops, and nowadays considered one of the most interesting places of the whole Valnerina (Umbria region). It offers splendid landscapes immersed in the uncontaminated nature of the green Umbrian heart, within the National Park of Mounts Sibillini. Norcia and the rest of the Valnerina are home to producers of high quality local products, food and drink. First and foremost is the famous black truffle, highly prized on the open market and the star of many local recipes, of which Norcia considers itself the true home. In particular the species Tuber Melanosporum Cittadini grows in the woods around the city. Equally well known are the cheeses (caciotta, pecorino, ricotte) and the charcuterie of the valley. Tradition has it that the technique of conserving pig’s meat was brought to the Valnerina by Hebrews after the destruction of Jerusalem. The salting and ageing of hams, sausages and other cured meats has become a speciality of the inhabitants of the area: from here we get the Italian word "norcineria" to describe the activity and "norcino" as the name of the job. Among the charcuterie, of particular note is the famous prosciutto crudo of Norcia, the "star" of local production, which since 1997 has been guaranteed by the European IGP mark for quality. Other certified products include the lentils of Castelluccio. Just a short walk from Norcia, the level surfaces of the upland planes, the slopes between the woods on the Sibylline Mountains, the River Nera and its gorges, are perfect places for outdoor and sporting activities. Other towns in the area: Amelia, Assisi, Bevagna, Cascia, Castiglione del Lago, Citta della Pieve, Citta' di Castello, Collazzone, Collepepe, Deruta, Fabro, Fabro Scalo, Gualdo Cattaneo, Gubbio, Lippiano, Massa Martana, Monte Santa Maria Tiberina , Montefalco, Montegabbione, Montone, Morra, Narni, Orvieto, Perugia, San Gemini, Spello, Spoleto, Terni, Todi, TreviYou might also be interested in reading about the following Norcia topics:
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