The Atlas Obscura Guide To Cori

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Cori, Italy

Updated June 23, 2020

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Unusual Attractions in Cori

Cori, Italy

Temple of Hercules

The ruins of this Roman temple dominate the small city in southern Lazio.

Cori, Italy

Temple of the Dioscuri

Only three columns survive from this ancient temple in the town of Cori.

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Doganella di Ninfa, Italy

Gardens of Ninfa

Ruins of a 10th century church tucked away deep in a botanical garden.

5 miles from Cori

The abbey exterior, featuring the rose window.

Sermoneta, Italy

Abbazia di Valvisciolo (Valvisciolo Abbey)

Knights Templar are visible inside this stunning Cistercian abbey.

6 miles from Cori

The Porta Saracena

Segni, Italy

Porta Saracena

The hilltop town of Segni was once home to an ancient Roman colony and garrison.

6 miles from Cori

The church of San Pietro. The tuff blocks are visible on the façade.

Segni, Italy

Chiesa di San Pietro (Church of Saint Peter)

At this medieval church, Thomas Beckett was cantonized as a martyr.

6 miles from Cori

Recovered Nemi Ship.

Nemi, Italy

Nemi Ships

Caligula's colossal pleasure ships, discovered by Mussolini only to be lost in flames.

11 miles from Cori

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