Eremo, San Damiano, Santa Maria degli Angeli, Porziuncola

MAURA B. Foligno, Umbria, Italy "Wherever you go, go with all your heart". (Confucius) I was born and raised in Umbria and, in my twenties, like so many young people, I packed my bag and traveled the world. I spent time in Paris, Istanbul, Madrid - in fact all the major European capitals and also spent several months travelling throughout the USA. On my return I began teaching Italian at the Università degli Stranieri di Perugia, then quickly realized that I wanted to share not just my language but also my passion for my heritage that is the natural beauty and the art of my land. I studied Art History and gained my Umbria Tour Guide's License 24 years ago and have never looked back. Umbria is a land of treasures! It is home to some of the most incredible pieces of artwork in the world. At the end of a working day I always feel a sense of gratitude and pride for the unforgettable experiences which I have been able to share with my guests… These might include a day of walking the cobbled streets of magnificent hamlets such as Spello or the feeling of being almost overwhelmed by the famous and revolutionary frescoes painted by Giotto in the Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi; we might have finished the day by savoring a glass of Sagrantino together while admiring the breathtaking view of the gentle countryside. The choice of authentic cultural experiences which we can share is almost limitless. I look forward to giving you a unique gift from my Umbria. It's a gift which cannot be lost and I hope will continue to give you the sense of an invisible link back here to my home forever. Licensed Umbria Tourist Guide in 2001 Fully insured Licensed Tourist Guide Master and Bachelor Degree in English and French Languages and Literatures - University of Perugia PhD "Italian as a Second Language" - University for the Foreigners of Perugia Collaboration with Charles Byers - the Circle of Wine Writers, Canada, UK Collaboration with David Lansing - National Geographic Traveler Collaboration with the Italian Tribune For multi-location visits I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver.