Cippus Perusinus
Monument Ancient inscribed stone from Roman-era Perugia region
An inscribed stone linked to Perugia’s ancient past, the Cippus Perusinus appears in regional archaeological displays; visitors interested in Etruscan and Roman epigraphy stop at local museums to study it.
The Cippus Perusinus is an inscribed Etruscan stone cippus associated with the area of Perugia in central Italy, dating to the later first millennium BC. It is an important archaeological example of Etruscan epigraphy.
The cippus was produced in the Etruscan period and later discovered and studied by archaeologists and epigraphers; it has provided valuable evidence for the study of Etruscan language and social practices.
The original is held in the National Archaeological Museum of Umbria (Museo Archeologico Nazionale dell’Umbria) in Perugia, where it is accessible to museum visitors.
- Dating and significance: The inscription dates to the late Iron Age / Hellenistic period and is an important primary source for the Etruscan language and local land or legal practice.
What to See #
- Inscribed cippus: The inscribed stone cippus from the Etruscan period that bears a long legal or cadastral inscription in the Etruscan language.
How to Get to Cippus Perusinus #
Perugia is served by rail connections; from Perugia station, local buses or a short taxi ride reach the archaeological museum where the cippus is often displayed. The city itself is walkable; confirm the stone’s current exhibition location with the Museo Archeologico Nazionale dell’Umbria or local tourist office.
Tips for Visiting Cippus Perusinus #
- If the stone is displayed in a museum in Perugia, pair the visit with the Museo Archeologico Nazionale dell'Umbria.
- Bring a notebook - the inscription is fascinating for students of ancient Italic languages and epigraphy.
- Ask local museum staff for a close-up copy or rubbing; the reproduced lettering helps with study.
Best Time to Visit Cippus Perusinus #
Best visited in spring or autumn for comfortable walking in Perugia and the Umbria region; indoor exhibit so weather is secondary.
Weather & Climate near Cippus Perusinus #
Cippus Perusinus's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (764 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with 93 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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