In Roman mythology a Genius Loci was the guardian spirit of a place. Today, “Genius Loci” refers to a location’s distinctive atmosphere, its “spirit of place” and its unique and cherished aspects – those celebrated by artists and writers, folk tales and festivals. Genius Loci is as much in the invisible weave of culture as it is in the physical aspects of a place. The term is most often applied to a very special rural and pure landscape.

"I can think of no greater pleasure than to get lost on some country road in Umbria."

Frances Mayes

To read Mary's impressions on and experiences in Umbria, please take a look at: www.slowtrav.com/blog/maryt

GENIUS LOCI IS THE IDEAL BASE FOR VISITING THE IMPORTANT PINTORICCHIO EXHIBITION (www.mostrapintoricchio.it) - A PERFECT OCCASION FOR EXPLORING UMBRIA. A COMPLIMENTARY BOTTLE OF OUR GENIUS LOCI D.O.C. WINE TO GUESTS WHO VISIT THE EXHIBITION BETWEEN MARCH 25 AND APRIL 25 AND STAY 3 NIGHTS

BY RESERVATION ONLY, COOKING CLASSES, WINE AND OLIVE OIL TASTINGS ARE OFFERED for a MINIMUM OF TWO PARTICIPANTS-MAXIMUM SIX PARTICIPANTS AT EUROS 120 PER PERSON PER COOKING LESSON WITH LUNCH (INCLUDING WINE) -WINE TASTINGS IN OUR OWN WINERY AT EUROS 30 PER PERSON (MINIMUM TWO PARTICIPANTS) AND OLIVE OIL TASTINGS AT EUROS 20 PER PERSON. TASTINGS INCLUDE APPROPRIATE SNACKS TO ENHANCE THE TASTING EXPERIENCE. PLEASE EMAIL FOR DETAILS AND RESERVATIONS.

Genius Loci is available for EXCLUSIVE RENT for private events. Please consider us for your destination wedding, family reunion, wine tourism, yoga therapy vacation, watercolor, writing and photographic retreats, honeymoon, babymoon or any other special occasion.