The town of Deruta, located in the hills of Umbria, is famous for its fine pottery, ceramics and majolica. The qualities of the local clay led to Deruta becoming the capital of ceramic production, particularly during the Renaissance period. To this day pottery production is still the main economic activity. The Museum of Ceramics in Deruta is internationally known, and worth a visit to learn more of the history of this wonderful town and its beautiful ceramics.
The famous bright, colorful and luminous pottery may be the principal attraction, but the old part of the town is also beautiful. Go through an ancient gateway, the Porta di S. Michele Arcangelo, to the historic centre with its winding medieval streets where you will find a number of interesting buildings, churches, galleries and museums.
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