Rieti

Rieti occupies the broad Velino River plain in Lazio’s Sabina region, below the slopes of the Monti Reatini. Often called the geographical centre of Italy, it is a compact provincial capital whose streets retain the imprint of Roman Reate and the Middle Ages. The cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, begun in the 12th century, anchors the old centre beside the Bishop’s Palace; its Romanesque bell tower is a defining architectural marker. Rieti is also linked to the routes of Saint Francis, with four Franciscan sanctuaries scattered through the surrounding countryside. The nearby Monte Terminillo massif gives the area a distinctly upland character. Explore nearby locations that provide complementary perspectives on Rieti and the Sabina.

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