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Hypogeum of the Volumnius family
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The Hypogeum of the Volumnius family is an underground Etruscan tomb complex located just outside Perugia's city walls. Dating from the 2nd century BCE, it is one of the best-preserved examples of Etruscan funerary architecture in Italy. Visitors descend into a series of chambers carved from tufa rock, where they encounter intricately carved urns and sarcophagi, along with faded frescoes depicting scenes from mythology and daily life. The tomb is named after the Volumnius family, a prominent Etruscan clan, and its layout reflects their wealth and status. The site is small but remarkably atmospheric, with dim lighting that evokes the ancient reverence for the dead. It provides a rare, intimate look at Etruscan culture, distinct from the more famous Roman sites in the region.
Don't miss
- The central chamber with the family's large stone sarcophagi
- The frescoed ceiling depicting a starry sky and mythological figures
- The collection of cinerary urns with carved portraits of the deceased
- The intricate carvings on the entrance doorway, including a Gorgon's head
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Hypogeum of the Volumnius family
You can visit Hypogeum of the Volumnius family on your own. A guide mainly adds context, what you are looking at and why it matters, and a tour can add transport or combine nearby sights into one day.
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