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Ferento Tuff Plateau
Plateau Ferento Tuff Plateau

Ferento Tuff Plateau

Plateau 42.4930° N, 11.9488° E
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Rising north of Viterbo, the Ferento Plateau is a natural geographical formation made of volcanic tuff rock, hosting ancient ruins.

Terrain, waters and landscape

Terrain

The Ferento Plateau is a flatland with steep cliffs that demonstrate typical characteristics of Viterbo geography. Formed by the erosion of tuff layers deposited by ancient volcanic eruptions, this plateau hosted Etruscan and Roman settlements due to its strategic position. Its location can be verified on the Map.

Practical notes before you go

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Type
Plateau
Coordinates
42.4930° N, 11.9488° E
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Mountain

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Cimini Mountains (Viterbo Slopes) Mountain

Cimini Mountains (Viterbo Slopes)

The slopes of the Cimini Mountains extending into Viterbo are notable for their rich volcanic vegetation.

Plain

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Marta Valley Plains Plain

Marta Valley Plains

The plains of the Marta Valley, situated in the western part of Viterbo , form the primary agricultural flatlands of the area.

River

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Urcionio River Basin River

Urcionio River Basin

Originating within Viterbo and partly running through underground channels, the Urcionio River is a vital local waterway.

Forest

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Palanzana Forest Forest

Palanzana Forest

Covering the eastern side of Viterbo , the Palanzana Forest is the city's most significant green belt and oxygen source.

Canyons

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Corviano Natural Area Canyon Canyons

Corviano Natural Area Canyon

Located within the borders of Viterbo , Corviano features a small canyon formation with steep tuff cliffs and deep valley riverbeds.

Stream

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Arcione Stream Stream

Arcione Stream

Flowing through the center of Viterbo , the Arcione Stream is one of the city's historic water sources and hydrographic features.

Natural pools

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Bulicame Thermal Spring Natural pools

Bulicame Thermal Spring

Located in the city of Viterbo , Bulicame is a historic natural thermal pool famously mentioned in Dante's Divine Comedy.

Location on the map

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42.4930° N, 11.9488° E