Perugia is the capital city of the Perugia Province in Umbria, Italy. An important artistic centre of Italy, the town has an approximate populace of 150,000 inhabitants. Famous for its wineries and historic architecture, Perugia is also worth visiting for its scenic landscapes.
Hot, dry summers and cold winters characterise the climate of Perugia which occasionally favours the extremes. Owing to the city being located near the Apennine Mountains, the climate is protected from severe cold.
Once an important Etruscan city, Perugia was initially called Augusta Perusia. It has been the most powerful city of Umbria, and even today, it holds an important position with a developing economy consisting of textiles, leather, ceramics and the chocolate industry.
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