Anagni Attractions

11km/7mi from Segni along S.S. 6 a road goes off to Anagni (424m/1,399ft; pop. 18,000), on a hill 6km/3.75mi northeast, still surrounded by Roman walls. This was the ancient Anagnia, capital of the Hernici, and in the Middle Ages was frequently the residence of the Pope. The cathedral of Santa Maria (11th century, rebuilt in the 13th century) contains a mosaic pavement by Magister Cosmas (1226), an Easter candlestick and a bishop's throne by Vassalletto (1263); in the crypt are old frescoes and an altar by Cosmas and his sons; to the right of the choir is the Diocesan Museum. Also of interest is the 13th century Town Hall.