The history of Spoleto, as if in imitation of the town, has known its ups and downs. Long a site of some importance in ancient times, it eventually gave way to the Papal States and a decline in status.
Well into the 20th century, the pattern held firm. A few ups, but mostly downs along the way. Until after World War II, when Spoleto began to make a name for itself in the arts and culture.
Within the decade of the 50s, three major institutions were founded. The most notable of these, the Festival of the Two Worlds, is held annually starting in late June.
In the final stretch of the ascent to the Rocca, the fortress above town, a series of photographs commemorate some of the highlights from Spoleto’s renowned international event.
When my education is complete, I will return to caption all the pics. (As they stand, when tapped, the crops leave some of the captions legible, I trust.)
