Alatri: art and religion Alatri (12,5Km) Alatri: art and religion Alatri is a small village south of Lazio, in Ciociaria. The town is famous for its massive walls that enclose it and which are source of many myths concerning the founding of the city. Inside the circle is the medieval city, known for its Pelasgians Acropolis and many other artistic and cultural riches that make Alatri a real gem. The visitor can touch with hands each piece of the history of the town, which houses many churches and buildings in excellent condition; well-known are the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore and San Francesco. Among the civilian structures, we mention Palazzo Gottifredo, dating from the XIII century, now housing an interesting Museum, offering high-level cultural activities and preserving unique ancient Roman remains of in its kind. One of the main attractions are, however, the Alatri religious revivals. For here, in the Cathedral of St. Paul, is preserved the relic of the Miracle of the Incarnate, recognized by a papal bull in 1200 as a true miracle. Every year many believers go to pray before the relic and in memory of the event and the city dedicates each year in March a three-day commemoration. Also in the religious sphere, the re-enactment of the Living Passion and the Good Friday are famous. There are many tourists at Easter rush to follow the event which dates back to 700. We must also mention the warm hospitality and the cuisine of the town of Alatri, where you can enjoy a simple and unique culinary art. scritto da Chiara Guzzetti - ultima modifica il 25/07/2021 Accommodation All (5) Hotels (5) Mondial Park Hotel Fiuggi The Mondial Park Hotel, with its 55 rooms and a congress centre is classified as a 4 star superior structure and is situated 500 meters far from the town centre of Fiuggi, one of the most famous thermal establishment in Europe, with the old town up in the hills and a modern thermal centre which extends along the valley, in the green of chestnut woods. The hotel offers to its guests a number of services, among which : a swimming pool, a dancing hall and a restaurant with a fine cuisine, in respect of the local tradition. 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Museo Archeologico Comunale Frosinone (34 Km) In this museum there are very interesting finds from prehistory to the Romans. Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta Frosinone (21 Km) Of ancient origins but rebuilt several times, the only remain of the medieval church is the bell tower. The last restructuring dates back to the postwar period, in the interior there are also contemporary art works. Chiesa di S. Benedetto Frosinone (21 Km) In the baroque buildings of the church there is also an art gallery with works from '700 onwards. Fontana Monumentale Frosinone (21 Km) The fountain is the largest city and was built in '800. Originally it was in a sparsely populated area and was used as a drinking trough for animals. With the development of the city it was surrounded by buildings but all around there is a green area Santuario della Madonna della Neve Frosinone (19 Km) In '600 after a miracle this church was built in no time. Destroyed by the bombing in the '40s, it was completely rebuilt in the subsequent years. Anfiteatro romano Frosinone (20 Km) At the foot of the hill of the old town, between the pillars of the palace of '900, you can visit the ruins of the amphitheatre. Affreschi delle Clarisse in S. Pietro in Vineis Anagni (8 Km) Recently discovered and restored, the frescoes are thirteen and extend for a length of 12 meters. They represent the Passion, resurrection, and second coming of Christ, the Stigmatization of St. Francis. Castello di Piombinara Colleferro (16 Km) Castello di Colleferro Colleferro (20 Km) S.Maria di Piombinara Colleferro (19 Km) Castle Colleferro Colleferro (20 Km) Museo delle Erbe Veroli (20 Km) Museo della Chiesa di S. 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Alatri is a small village south of Lazio, in Ciociaria. The town is famous for its massive walls that enclose it and which are source of many myths concerning the founding of the city. Inside the circle is the medieval city, known for its Pelasgians Acropolis and many other artistic and cultural riches that make Alatri a real gem. The visitor can touch with hands each piece of the history of the town, which houses many churches and buildings in excellent condition; well-known are the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore and San Francesco. Among the civilian structures, we mention Palazzo Gottifredo, dating from the XIII century, now housing an interesting Museum, offering high-level cultural activities and preserving unique ancient Roman remains of in its kind. One of the main attractions are, however, the Alatri religious revivals. For here, in the Cathedral of St. Paul, is preserved the relic of the Miracle of the Incarnate, recognized by a papal bull in 1200 as a true miracle. Every year many believers go to pray before the relic and in memory of the event and the city dedicates each year in March a three-day commemoration. Also in the religious sphere, the re-enactment of the Living Passion and the Good Friday are famous. There are many tourists at Easter rush to follow the event which dates back to 700. We must also mention the warm hospitality and the cuisine of the town of Alatri, where you can enjoy a simple and unique culinary art.