Altipiani di Arcinazzo
Welcome to Altipiani di Arcinazzo
Hello friends! Today I will talk about a beautiful mountain tourist destination in Lazio, Altipiani di Arcinazzo. This area is located east of the Affilani Mountains and is suitable for all tastes: for mountain lovers, for skiers, for those looking for a bit of tranquility, and why not, even for curious people who want to visit a Roman villa.
Geography
Altipiani di Arcinazzo is a small natural paradise located at about 850 meters above sea level. It extends for about 3 km in length and 1.5 km in width and is located between the provinces of Frosinone and Rome, between the territories of the municipalities of Arcinazzo Romano, Trevi nel Lazio, Guarcino, Piglio and Fiuggi. The view is fantastic and the nature intact. You can admire the mountain range of the Affilani Mountains to the northeast and the last foothills of the western Ernici Mountains to the southwest.
Environment
Flora
The history of Altipiani di Arcinazzo is linked to the presence of firs, which characterize the landscape and give the area a typically alpine appearance. In the 1930s, the biologist Sir Walter Becker verified that the microclimate of the area was similar to that of the Dolomites, therefore suitable for the growth of firs. For this reason, he made a large number of firs planted.
This area is perfect for nature lovers, in spring and summer it offers a variety of scented flowers such as the wild orchid, the anemone ranunculoides, the red lily and the carduus.
Fauna
The fauna of these places is very varied. You can meet squirrels, foxes, wild boars, hedgehogs, owls and many other animals.
History
Altipiani di Arcinazzo has a rich and fascinating history. It seems that this area was inhabited since ancient times by the Italic peoples and that Trajan's Villa was located here. In this place, the famous Roman emperor seems to have spent part of his life.
Conclusions
In conclusion, if you are looking for a relaxing place surrounded by nature, then Altipiani di Arcinazzo is the right place for you! A perfect area to discover the surrounding fauna and flora, to visit ancient Roman sites and to enjoy long walks in the woods. We are waiting for you!
