Is the combination of wine and culture Tarquinese, called the “Divine Etruscan”. It’s a gastronomic journey, involving the wineries of the ancient Etruscan Dodecapoli (the 12 Etruscan cities). The gastronomic events winds through the old streets of Tarquinia’s historical center. Wine tastings are accompanied by an international sommelier through out the event. Live music, performances and monuments are open until late at night.
Dal 28 luglio all’8 agosto
Chiesa del Santo Spirito, via delle Torri
In un tempo in cui i riti e le pratiche religiose erano legati ad una profonda fede in qualcosa in grado di influire sulle sorti e il destino stesso dei partecipanti, in Grecia e in Etruria si svolgeva il Corteo dei Misteri, processione sacra in onore a Dioniso, dio del vino proveniente dall’Asia Minore, dagli etruschi chiamato Fufluns.
The warmer months of the year are shared with various plays, recitals and theatrical performances in the cloister of San Marco and other outdoor sites.
Music Happening of education and the environment. Live music at night with local bands and internationally renowned musicians held at the Agricultural Center “The Roccaccia”. During the day, located within the forest, classes are taught by the many international masters. Open to the public. Free admission.
On the coast, near the ‘Porto Clementino’, there are the ruins of the Etruscan emporium ‘Gravisca’. There are the visible ruins of an important place of worship, located on the edge of the Roman colony. Built in 181 BC on the remains of a former Etruscan settlement. The sanctuary was frequented from 600 BC until the third century BC and was divided into several buildings devoted to worship of the Greek and Etruscan gods.
This esteemed award is presented for excellence in literary writing and includes a series of events. The presentation of this award is eagerly awaited by the Tarquinian townspeople of all ages, especially the programs dedicated to “Meeting the Authors” which give the public an opportunity to meet and listen to prominent writers.

