San Pellegrino

One of the districts within the city of Viterbo is San Pellegrino. It is regarded as one of the best preserved medieval areas in all of Italy. Amy and I took a recent spin through that section of the city, located within easy walking distance of our apartment, to stretch our legs and work off a light meal. We took our camera to record the excursion. The district is full of winding streets/alleys not much wider than a cart. Some of them allow whatever motorized traffic will fit (read scooters and REALLY small cars) while others are designated for pedestrians only.

Around each corner there are surprises like this tiny cul de sac.

Or these stairs.

Or this archway.

There were public laundry facilities which were in use until only a few decades ago. There is a small public fountain next to it with running, potable water which is still available.

The entire area is ringed by towers. While they once stood at what was the edge of town and hence were both functional and defensive, they are now right smack in the middle of the city. The tower below is a residence. Yes, you can still buy a tower to live in or at least a few floors of one done out as an apartment. They tend to be upscale and a bit pricey, as you might imagine.