Arpino is a small town and comune of Lazio, central Italy, in the province of Frosinone.
Five interesting facts about the town:
- It dates back to the 7th century BC.
- It received full privileges civitas cum suffragio in 188 BC.
- It was the birthplace of the Roman philosopher and orator, Marcus Tullius Cicero (106–43 BC).
- There are remains of the ancient Roman roads, Via Latina and Via dell'Aquila Romana.
- The ancient polygonal walls, which are still finely preserved, are among the best in Italy.
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| Old street, Arpino |
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| Old buildings, Arpino |
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| The Church of Santa Maria di Civita (built in the 18th century), Arpino |
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| Two old streets, Arpino |
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| Old pedestrian street, Arpino |
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| Old street, Arpino |
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| Old pedestrian street stairs, Arpino |
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| Old pedestrian street stairs, Arpino |
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| Old pedestrian street, Arpino |
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| Old pedestrian street, Arpino |
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| Old wall arch, Arpino |
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| Old wall, Arpino |
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| Old pedestrian street, Arpino |
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| Old street, Arpino |
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| Old pedestrian street, Arpino |
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| Old pedestrian street, Arpino |
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| View of Arpino |
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| View of Arpino |
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| Landscape of the province of Frosinone, Arpino |
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| Landscape of the province of Frosinone, Arpino |
Have you ever been to Arpino? What are your impressions of the town? Feel free to post a comment below.
Are you planning to visit Arpino soon? The official website has information about events, the latest news and things to do in Arpino: http://www.comune.arpino.fr.it
I love the architecture and the way the buildings are like built together. The old pedestrian streets are something I'd love to see along with the old buildings and pedestrian steps.
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