Our lengthy trip across this Southern European country was about to end. We had one more place to visit before leaving. A part of Italy I didn’t get to see on my first trip to this pasta loving country. I was excited but also a little bitter. Something about Italy makes it harder to leave the second time around.

For those who don’t know about this small Italian city. Orvieto lays on top of a hill. What makes this place so special is being able to see the Italian landscape and it’s white wines. This place is very famous for it’s classy alcohol. Ironically at the time that I was here, I did not this was a major site for the Etruscan civilization. They were the ones who built this city originally and was very important to the Etruscans. I wish I knew during my time here. Looking back, it was probably best because it would had made it even harder leaving.

Some much history runs through these buildings. In the usa and the Americas, most buildings are about 500 years. Hard to believe some of the buildings here are 4 times older. It makes you think about humanity. We have short lives but our structures are our legacy. Picture what all this would look like in 2000 years. Imagine how the USA, Russia, China and all of Africa would look like in 2000 years. Sadly, we won’t see it in person. Unless, medical doctors find a way to keep human bodies a live 200 times more of it’s normal capacity. Which I hope they don’t. However, if they did would that make us still human?

As the wind was hitting my face, all I could think about was leaving. I have a lot of emotional tides to this country. A place where last time I was here, I escaped a major earthquake, got dumped, learned more about the Italian culture and meet some awesome friends. It is just hard to say good bye. The more countries you go to, the more you realize each country reminds you of a certain emotion. That emotion is usually associated with the experiences you had in that country. Italy has been a place where I had grown so much as an individual. I learned it’s better to be in the moment and socializing than being on your phone texting. Also many more life lessons that I know I would keep learning in other countries. However, it’s still hard to feel like you are saying good bye to personal growth.

What made me feel at peace is knowing I will continue to grow better as a person. With every new country, culture, person, langague and religion encountered will help the development of that growth. Good bye Italy, until we meet again!!
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Looks like a beautiful place! There are so many ways to grow and expand. This 7 + year journey of mine has certainly expanded me in many ways as I’ve had to adjust to so many people’s homes and rules, and find a way to still be me in the midst of it all. It’s wonderful you’ve been able to travel so much! I look forward to making it to other countries in the future! Or…other planets and universes 🙂
Wow, that sounds like an adventure. Being you while following the rules of others requires creativity! I hope so too! Don’t forget dimensions 😁
I share your love of Italy. I really loved Orvieto. The duomo, the views, the wine. Ah. Love those hill towns. Thanks for sharing.
Yeah, Italy just has a magically vibe to it. The hill towns might have a lot of narrow roads but it’s worth the drive!
I visited Orvieto last year. I really liked it. I’ll have to visit that area again.
Yeah i was surprised at how much i enjoyed this town. Loved it
We stepped from the funicular and immediately felt as though we had discovered a movie set…this breathtaking village is a beautiful hidden gem and will always remain in our hearts for the joy it brought to us as we traversed Italy.
Nicely written 🙂
I’d never heard of Orvieto until you posted this! Beautiful views, and you inspired me to go there some day. 🙂
Thank you! Hope you there too! It’s really beautiful! Most towns on the hills of italy are! Hope you live white wine 🙂
I LOVE white wine. Gives me all the more reason to go to Orvieto now!
haha the wine was really good. make sure to take as much as you can! 🙂
Yes…other dimensions. I did that as a child. I want to do it as an adult. 🙂
🙂 would love to read about it! Can’t wait! I hope i can travel the 4D. Im sure it must bad been amazing!
If you do a search on my blog, there is a post called something like “yep, I’ve seen some weird shit”. You can read about my strange childhood and life there 🙂
Also, I’ve been watching some free movies on IMBD. You have to put up with commercials but the movies are whole, not cut. Sing Street is on there.
https://www.imdb.com/tv/?ref_=pe_24416200_457856870_fdvTP_eml
thank you so much for the movie! will see it soon! heading to your blog now!
Putting it on my list of places I must see.
yes, you should definitely go see it one day!
Aww I love Italy. Reading this post reminded me of the very first time I went to Italy heartbroken and ate at a restaurant by myself for the very first time in 9 years. It was challenging but it felt good.
wow, what happened if you dont mind me asking? yes, being able to go by yourself to places feels like freedom after awhile
Lovely photos and post!
I haven’t visited Orvieto yet as too busy still exploring southern Italy after 3 years… 😉
Wow! super jealous! still haven’t been to southern italy. Will do some day! safe travels!
You must visit soon, before this region is discovered!
Yes i remember you said that
before. 😩 i will see if i can go towards the end of the year
Italy is always hard to say goodbye to!
yes that is very true lol thank you for reading!
I love reading about little Italian villages that I want to travel to. There is just so much to do see and eat in the country, what is your favorite town so far?
Would love to travel here someday!
It looks gorgeous! I am always amazed at the rich history (and how far back it goes) when I visit countries outside of the U.S.
Your pictures took me back to when I visited Italy…thanks for sharing, lovely! And what they are going through now…my heart breaks! X stay safe X
I went to Orvieto a few years ago and I enjoyed it so much! Thanks for sharing😊 I agree – it’s hard to leave Italy. That’s why when I came back the second time, I never left 😉