Holiday Apartment to Rent Lazio
Für unsere Deutschen Besucher: Wenn Sie sich an unser Angebot interessiert sind, können Sie gerne eine Nachricht auf Deutsch durch das Formular auf die "Contact Us" Seite schicken oder wenn Sie mit jemanden auf Deutsch sprechen möchten, können Sie uns unter folgender Nummer erreichen: (+39) 3497467204
History of Tarquinia and the Maremma
Tarquinia, known in earlier times as Corneto, is situated in the Lazio Maremma. It enjoys a rich cultural heritage. While Rome was still in its infancy, Tarquinia was already an important city in ancient Etruria. The Etruscan people, whose precise origins still remain something of a mystery, are believed to have first arrived here around the year 900 BC . Stunning artworks, some of the finest examples of which are to be found in Tarquina, leave no doubt as to their highly advanced culture.
The necropolis at Tarquinia is home to some of the finest examples of Etruscan art in the world today and in recognition of its archaeological importance it was designated a UNESCO world heritage site in 2004. In gaining this status, the art work of the necropolises at Tarquinia and Cerveteri were categorized masterpieces of creative genius.
The museum is housed in this 15th century Gothic palace and is just a few minutes walk from the apartment. The necropolis, which is situated on a hill just outside the town, contains 6000 graves. It is particularly noted for its 200 painted tombs, the earliest of which date from the 7th century BC.
Tarquinia lies at the southern tip of the Maremma area, home of the proud Butteri, herdsmen adept with cattle and horses who lived a lifestyle similar to that of the traditional American cowboy. In 1890, the Butteri famously won a challenge with Wild Buffalo Bill who was touring Europe at the time. Further reading on the butteri is available on our Articles and Further Reading page.
Visit the area to explore the world of the mysterious Etruscans and the Butteri. For holiday accommodation and lots of other useful information visit our Home Page or see the menu on the left hand side of this page.
More images of Tarquinia, Etruscan art and the Maremma are included below.
Large parts of medieval Tarquinia remain well maintained like the old walls and the castle. 
Old entrance in the castle of Tarquinia
This old church dates back to the 13th century and is just one of many fine buildings from that period that you can see in Tarquinia.
You can read more about the UNESCO world heritage site status on the following link UNESCO world herirtage site status.
Images of the Maremma
Who were the ancient Etruscans ? In Tarquinia you can explore their history and culture and view some of the finest exhibits of Etruscan art in the world today.
Below: Reliving a scene from Tarquinia's medieval past at a summer fair in the town centre. The rental accommodation is just a short walk from the tower in the background of this photo.
