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.
Cippus Perusinus at a Glance#
Address: Cippus Perusinus (displayed in Perugia, Italy - verify exact museum), Umbria
Hours: Depends on museum display; museum hours typically Tue-Sun 9:00am-7:00pm, closed Mondays (verify local museum)
Admission: Access to the Cippus Perusinus (stone inscription) is usually free when displayed in public museums; if in situ, viewing is free
About Cippus Perusinus#
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).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 1° - 8° | 3° | 47 mm | overcast | 88% | 1.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| February | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 4° | 56 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 2.2 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.3h |
| March | Acceptable | 3° - 13° | 7° | 59 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 6° - 16° | 11° | 68 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.3 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.3h |
| May | Good | 10° - 21° | 16° | 69 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 2.0 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.5h |
| June | Excellent | 14° - 25° | 19° | 59 mm | some cloud | 61% | 2.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 15.2h |
| July | Ideal | 17° - 29° | 23° | 33 mm | mostly sunny | 51% | 2.1 m/s | 2.0 very high | 14.9h |
| August | Excellent | 17° - 28° | 23° | 48 mm | mostly sunny | 53% | 1.9 m/s | 1.6 very high | 13.8h |
| September | Excellent | 14° - 24° | 19° | 74 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 1.8 m/s | 1.0 high | 12.4h |
| October | Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 85 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 1.8 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.9h |
| November | Acceptable | 5° - 12° | 8° | 93 mm | overcast | 86% | 1.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.5h |
| December | Poor | 2° - 9° | 4° | 73 mm | partly cloudy | 88% | 2.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
