Legend has it that the founders of the city of Todi were having a feast down in the valley with tablecloths spread out on the meadow—the chosen site of their future home. An enormous eagle swooped down on the event, grabbed a tablecloth in its talons and flew to the top of the hill. The elders interpreted this act of nature as a sign that the new town should be built at precisely the spot on the top of the hill where the eagle dropped the cloth. Everywhere in town one sees an eagle, but only upon close examination can you tell that the tablecloth is in its clutches. I haven't learned yet what the two smaller birds represent who are sheltered under the eagle's wingspan.
Today was overcast and rainy but the charm of the city and its comfortable pace continued to shine through from every corner.
You make me crave Italy. . .
ReplyDeleteThanks for following the blog and going with me on my journey...new destinations to come as we fly to Palermo tomorrow.
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