Colonna

The area lies on the eastern side of the Roman Castelli and the Agro Romano, with low volcanic hills and cultivated countryside. The Alban Hills are within this radius, and the Castelli Romani Regional Park begins to the west around Monte Compatri, Rocca Priora and Frascati. The landscape here is tied to the old volcanic system of the Colli Albani, with wooded slopes on the higher ground and vineyards and olive groves on the lower ground. Rome is the nearest large city and provides all major services; Frascati is the nearest notable town of size nearby, known for its historic villas and wine. The area is known for Castelli Romani wine and food outings from Rome.