Etruscan Necropolises Of Cerveteri And Tarquinia Necropoli Etrusche Di Cerveteri E Tarquinia Attractions Things To Do

The Necropolises of Cerveteri and Tarquinia, inserted onto the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2004, constitute a unique and exceptional testimoney of the ancient Etruscan Civilization, the only urban civilization of the pre-Roman Age. These tumuli or burial mounds reproduce the homes in their various types of constructions; because they were built to mirror the Etruscan habitation itself, they are the only examples left of such in any form anywhere. The two necropolises of northern Lazio are identical replications of the Etruscans' urban grid. The necropolis of Banditaccia in Cerveteri was developed from the 9th Century B.C., and then expanded beginning with the 7th Century. Similar is the developmental history of the necropolis of Monterozzi in Tarquinia. Both the painted tombs of the nobles and those in more simple styles are singular and extraordinary testaments to Etruscan quotidian life, as well as their ceremonies, mythology and even their artistic capacities.

Enjoy a fun informative and relaxing day trip from Rome to the world heritage sites of Cerveteri and Tarquinia protected by Unesco. These are two city-like necropolis feauturing spectacular monumental tombs painted and carved in the rock. A private driver and a local guide will pick you up at your hotel in Rome or at the port of Civitavecchia in a comfortable new air conditioned minivan. You will have the chance to visit some of the hidden treasures of Lazio countryside including Lake Bracciano, the Medieval town of Tarquinia and the best surviving examples of Etruscan culture in Italy.

Embark on an 8-hour self-guided day trip to the area known as Tuscia from Rome. This historical region of Italy is comprised of the territories that were once under Etruscan influence, and was the name adopted for Etruria after the Roman conquest. At your leisure, step back in time through the history of the Etruscans in Tuscia, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Hotel pickup in Rome is included. A tour guide is not included.