Chiara Signorini
Something incredible
Climbing out of a massive rock, the base of which is formed by clay soil, Civita di Bagnoregio was, until recently, a "dying city". In ancient times, the village was, along with Rota, one of the most modern, but erosion due to the nearby Tiber valley, rains, and earthquakes caused the collapse of many portions of the rock.
Much of the population was forced to evacuate, and many lost their homes. Around 1900, Civita was connected to the rest of the modern village by a rickety bridge which has since been replaced by a solid concrete walkway, one of the first actions of the restoration efforts undertaken in recent years.
Thanks to these restoration workss, Civita came back to life: the village is full of restaurants, shops and guesthouses. Many residents were able to return to their older homes, now more neat and solid. Over the high-walled gardens, you can glimpse luxurious villas and begin to see some boutique hotels. The view of the Tiber Valley from Civita is something incredible: miles of valley stretching out to the right, while on the left are the last houses Lubriano looking out over the cliff.
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