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Orvieto Underground and its collection
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Orvieto Underground is a fascinating network of tunnels, artificial cavities, and workspaces that lie beneath the city of Orvieto, in Umbria. This subterranean world was explored and documented by a group of local speleologists from the late 1970s onwards. Their efforts led to the rediscovery of more than 1200 artificial cavities, some of which were thoroughly studied in the early 1990s on behalf of the Umbria Region, which recognized their importance from both a historical and archaeological perspective.
Artifacts of the Orvieto Underground
The exploration of the Orvieto Underground has led to the discovery of important artifacts. These include a series of cisterns dating from the Etruscan 5th century BC to the Renaissance period, Etruscan-era tunnels for water capture, and medieval waste pits. These findings provide a rich historical and archaeological context, offering visitors a unique opportunity to delve into the city's past.
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