Alatri

Among the cities of Lazio, Alatri stands out for the immense polygonal walls enclosing its ancient acropolis. The town rises in the Ciociaria hills, with the Ernici Mountains forming its eastern backdrop. At the summit, closely fitted stone blocks trace a circuit around the acropolis and Porta Maggiore, a monumental entrance crowned by a single vast lintel. Alatri was an important centre of the Hernici before becoming a Roman municipium, and the acropolis is also home to the Cathedral of San Paolo. Streets descend from this high enclosure through a compact historic centre shaped by centuries of local life. Explore nearby locations that provide complementary perspectives on Alatri and Ciociaria.

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