Calvi dell'Umbria
Welcome to the Province of Terni: Geography and Landscapes
Hello everyone and welcome to the Province of Terni, an Italian local government located in Umbria. The province, established in 1927 following the separation from the Umbria province, currently has 216,911 inhabitants. In this article, we will talk about the province's geography, the landscape, and the natural attractions you can visit.
To start, the Province of Terni borders the Perugia province to the north, Lazio (Rieti province and Viterbo province) to the east, south, and west, and Tuscany (Siena province) to the northwest. The province extends in the southwestern part of the Umbria region, occupying both the last stretch of the Nera river valley near the confluence with the Velino river, and the eastern part of the Tiber valley from the confluence with the Nera to the confluence with the Chiani and Paglia rivers.
The province's territory offers extensive flat and cultivated areas, alternating with mountain peaks and moderately high forests. Among the most famous mountains are Mount Peglia (837 meters), Mount Croce di Serra (994 meters) between Terni and Orvieto, and the steep slopes of Valnerina with the 1672 meters above sea level of Mount Aspra, between Ferentillo and Monteleone di Spoleto. There are also the Martani Mountains (Mount Torre Maggiore, 1121 m above sea level) and the Marmore waterfalls.
For those who love mountains, the Province of Terni also offers the mountain range to the southeast, bordering the Rieti province, where the landscape is dominated by another group of mountains, including Monte Argento (436 meters), Monte Terminuto (897 meters), where the hamlet of Miranda is located, up to Stroncone, where Monte Cimitelle (1130 meters) and Monte Macchialunga (1162 meters) rise among the hills.
Another mountain range stretches from east to southeast from the Tiber valley, Montecchio, Amelia, Narni, to Calvi dell'Umbria: Monte Croce del Serra (994 meters), Monte Arnata (551 meters), Monte San Croce (452 meters), Monte Trassiuari (614 meters), Monte Bandita (668 meters), and Mount San Pancrazio (1027 meters).
The northernmost part of the province is represented by the Alto Orvietano sub-area, consisting of 5 municipalities, Ficulle, Fabro, Parrano, Montegabbione, and Monteleone d'Orvieto. The latter is immersed in the province of Perugia, bordering for much of its territory with the municipalities of Città della Pieve (PG) and Piegaro (PG) and being very close to the Siena province (Chiusi).
The lakes of the Province
The Province of Terni also boasts several water attractions, such as artificial lakes formed by dams on rivers. Some of the most beautiful and visited lakes include Lake Corbara, Lake Alviano, Lake San Liberato, Lake Arezzo, and Lake Recentino, where you can take boat rides or hiking trips.
A small section of the provincial territory spills into the Rieti plain, including almost the entire Lake Piediluco, a delightful place to take walks along the lake's shores and enjoy the splendid panorama.
The protected areas of the Province
Two important natural reserves related mainly to the protection and management of water and river ecosystems have been established in the Province of Terni.
Monte Rufeno Regional Nature Reserve: located southwest of Siena, it covers an area of 2,892 hectares. The area is characterized by a vast forest area composed mainly of beech and oak trees, where you can admire different animal species, including wild boar, fox, badger, and numerous bird species.
Tiber River Nature Reserve: located in the Tiber valley, it covers an area of 7,718 hectares. The primary objective of the reserve is the conservation of the natural habitat of the Tiber river and its river ecosystem, which hosts many plant and animal species, such as numerous species of aquatic birds, wild boars, foxes, and badgers.
Conclusion
The Province of Terni offers many natural and landscape attractions that are definitely worth visiting. From lakes to mountains, from natural reserves to flatlands, there is something for everyone. If you love nature and tranquility, the Province of Terni is definitely a place for you. Come and discover all that it has to offer!
