The clean and imaginative little medieval village of Monteleone d’Orvieto is well-kept by the lovely ladies of the village. All is swept clean and tidy, and the homes are creatively adorned with colorful flowers and ornate wooden doors. All is quiet and peaceful, making a very pleasant walk among the winding cobbled streets. Not a scrap of trash can be seen anywhere. The views from the hilltop walls are vast and majestic.
Sitting in the cool of the afternoon, these ladies seem to be very good friends. There is much to discuss and talk about, and I was charmed by their laughter. Although they don’t know English, we communicated well enough. Much care is put into their appearance and they are dressed very neatly. Scarves, necklaces and stylish shoes accessorize their lovely dresses.
I can only imagine their cooking skills. It must be heavenly. There was much to see the afternoon I spent walking through the village, but I found these lovely ladies to be the most charming view of all.
I know it was a joy to visit! I live part of the year, in northern Greece, and enjoy my visits to the villages. Unique people, sights, aromas & inspiration for much of my Aegean Sea & Mediterranean artworks.
Your life in Greece sounds wonderful!! Thank you for the comment Susy. Have you been to Meteora?
I agree with Francesca. I am so happy that you have chosen to write about them and photograph them too. Amazing and lovely women. I would love to have a chat with them myself. Great post!
It is those smaller villages that are so charming and great to visit after the bustle of he major tourist towns.
I agree with you! It was a wonderful experience to soak up the calm and quiet, and encounter these housewives.
Thank you Lyn. They are so adorable I just couldn’t resist!!
Truly it is the people who are the heart and soul of Italy! Beautiful photo, but how could it not be with such lovely subjects.
Thank you Bonnie…I heartily agree!!
I am so pleased you chose to photograph these older women who contribute so much to Italian society.
They are amazing aren’t they? I truly admire them, and they always make me smile.