Cannara is a town in the province of Perugia, in the Central Italian region of Umbria. The original urban structure of the town dates back to Roman times; indeed, documents show that the city was already substantially inhabited in the 1st century. The name “Cannara” comes from the Italian word for “reeds”: “canne”; in medieval times, the area was somewhat swampy and dominated by reeds, hence the name. The town is located on the left bank of the River Topino and it is close to important Umbrian cities including Assisi and Perugia, so it’s an ideal location to explore the popular Umbria region.

Cannara is a picturesque medieval town with historical churches and buildings to explore, though it is also characterized by a splendid countryside to enjoy. You’ll find numerous olive groves, vineyards, chestnut trees, oak trees and blankets of wildflowers. If you’re looking for history and nature wrapped into one weekend, Cannara may be the place for you. Visit EasyToBook.com to find the discount hotels Cannara has to offer; if not in Cannara, cheap hotels can be found in the surrounding area. There are a number of hotels in Cannara and in nearby towns, so do some Internet research on Cannara hotels to find one that’s perfect for you.