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Bassano Romano is a town and comune situated in the hills of Monti Sabatini in the province of Viterbo, in northern Lazio (Italy). With its origins about 1000 as the agricultural hamlet of Bassano di Sutri the village's future was founded in 1160 by the wealthy landowner Enotrio Serco, who initiated the construction at the top of the slope of a fortified residence that over the centuries became a princely dwelling, frescoed by famous artists. In 1482 Pope Sixtus IV assigned the Foedus Bassani to the Anguillara, Roman patricians . The growth of the comune redoubled after 1565, when the signory was reassigned by Pope Clement VIII to the Giustiniani, merchants of Genoese origin settled at Rome. In 1605 the signory was raised to a marquessate: a hunting lodge called "La Rocca", granaries, a stone bridge and the church dedicated to San Vincenzo were all constructed. During the Giustiniani residence, artists were commissioned to carry out frescoes: Francesco Albani, Domenico Zampieri "Domenichino" and Antonio Tempesta are all represented. In 1644, a bulla of Pope Innocent X made the marchese of Bassano a prince, and the flock of papal and noble visitors included James Stuart, pretender to the thrones of England and Scotland. In 1735, under Giustiniani patronage the maiolica manufactory of Bartolomeo Terchi was transferred here from Siena.

Bassano Romano is a hidden gem that is worth discovering. It is nestled on a hilltop and surrounded by lush greenery, making it a perfect destination for nature lovers. The town is steeped in history and has a rich cultural heritage. It was founded in the 11th century and has been inhabited by various civilizations throughout history, including the Etruscans, the Romans, and the Middle Ages.

One of the main attractions of Bassano Romano is the Castle of the Orsini. This medieval castle is perched on top of a hill and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The castle was built in the 12th century and has been restored several times throughout history. It is now open to the public and houses a museum that exhibits various artifacts from different eras.