Clitumnus Springs. Near Campello along the Flaminia road going towards Perugia the fresh springs of the Clitumnus river can be found. The river itself was held as sacred for the ancient pagans and over the centuries has been celebrated by Virgil, Claudianus, Byron and Carducci. They still constitute one of the most suggestive spots around Spoleto, a corner of exceptional delight. The small lake which forms at the springs is crystal clear. Poplars and weeping willows are mirrored in it. The absolute silence which the springs instills makes it a tiny oasis with a delicate, rarified atmosphere. A truly unique and unforgettable place.

A bit further on in the same direction near Pissignano there stands a small fifth century early Christian temple.

It was built in a classical style to imitate the Roman temples nearby because of which it has often been believed to have been the temple dedicated specifically to the river god Clitumnus. It has two levels divided on the outside by strong moulding. The first level can be entered via a simple portal in the faÁade. To get to the second level you must go up a stair case, through the narrow portico and then enter via one of the two side doors. It is similar in decoration to the Basilica di San Salvatore in Spoleto even though it was built later..