Founded in 1234 in an area which was inhabited since pre-historic times and later by the Umbri tribes, the Etruscans, Celts and Romans, Pergola today is a small "città d'arte".

Its old town centre has a wealth of historic buildings that are typical of the medieval period, with brick buildings, tower-houses, gothic arches and bas reliefs, confirming the importance that the city has had over the centuries.

Its religious architecture is particularly interesting, with many churches now restored and returned to their ancient splendour after reconstruction work following the damage caused by the 1997 earthquake.

The two main churches, both certainly worth a visit, are the Cathedral and San Francesco.