On the steps of Etruscan Civilization at Bolsena Lake
On the steps of Etruscan Civilization at Bolsena Lake, let’s discover the amazing artefacts dating back to Iron Age and even before.
The remains of the Villanova culture, an organic part of Etruscan culture, are present in Orvieto, Vulci, Bolsena, Sovana and even in Bolsena Lake.
Etruscan culture is different from the Greek culture. Greek culture influenced Etruscan culture. Etruscan culture is different from Roman culture which absorbed traditions and customs from the Etruscans.
On the steps of Etruscan Civilization al Bolsena Lake, we invite you to discover with us the Etruscan archeological sites consisting of imposing subterranean structures and remains of Etruscan temples, statues and typical Etruscan ceramic objects.
We will take you to visit the amazing earth-covered Etruscan tombs with painted walls in vivid colors. The rich aristocracies constructed the tombs with painted walls in this region at the end of 8th – 4th century BC. The walls of the tombs are depicting the banquets held to honor the deceased, scenes with dancers and singers, scenes from hunting and fishing, scenes representing the afterlife with blue demons and animals.
A mysterious and fascinating world from Etruscan times is waiting for you to discover. You can experience an environment that is unique for its cultural and naturalistic features.
