These little-visited Umbrian cities are as charming as Florence for a city break

These little-visited Umbrian cities are as charming as Florence for a city break

Tired of the busy streets of Tuscany, Phil Thomas discovers remarkable cathedrals, volcanic tunnels and exceptional wines in Assisi and Orvieto

Florence is overcrowded but these little-visited Umbrian alternatives are just as charming

Close up, the cathedral exterior is a masterpiece. Green and white marble stripes compete for attention with pointed arches, golden mosaics and an enormous rose window. Beneath them, visitors shuffle across the cobbles of Piazza del Duomo, craning their necks towards one of Italy's most…