La Scarzuola, Montegiove, Umbria - Italy 🇮🇹

#europetrip La Scarzuola, nestled in the Umbrian hills near Montegiove, is a surreal architectural gem blending history and fantasy. Originally a Franciscan monastery founded by St. Francis of Assisi, it was transformed by architect Tomaso Buzzi into a “Ideal City” of dreamlike structures. The site combines Renaissance, Baroque, and surrealist elements, creating a labyrinth of symbolic spaces that provoke thought and imagination. Its eccentricity and mysticism make it both an artistic and spiritual journey. Guided tours, led by passionate storytellers, enhance the experience. A must-see for lovers of art, architecture, and the esoteric, La Scarzuola offers an unforgettable escape from the ordinary.