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The Scotti counts of Perugia were a family of Lombard origin who ruled over the city of Perugia, in central Italy, during the early Middle Ages. They belonged to the broader Lombard aristocracy that established a series of independent states in the Italian Peninsula following the collapse of the Western Roman Empire.
The Scotti counts of Perugia rose to prominence in the 9th century, when they gained control of the city and its surrounding territories. They held power over Perugia for several decades, until the arrival of the Holy Roman Emperor Charlemagne in the late 8th century.
Charlemagne conquered most of northern and central Italy, including Perugia, and incorporated them into the Carolingian Empire.
After Charlemagne's death, the Scotti counts of Perugia regained some level of autonomy and continued to rule over the city for a few more centuries.
However, they gradually lost power and influence, and their territories were absorbed by the Papal States in the 14th century.
Today, the legacy of the Scotti counts of Perugia can be seen in the city's rich history and culture, including its medieval architecture, art, and traditions.
See also:
• The family of Count Rossi Scotti of Perugia
• The Douglases in Italy
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