Italy's 'Slow City' goes global with mellow message Even as city living booms around the world, the medieval gem of Orvieto in Italy is going slow, with a back to basics campaign. The town combats frenetic modernisation with the Slow City philosophy, banning cars, serving local delicacies in family-run trattorias and providing a safe-haven for traditional artisans. A Natural Sound Version of an AFPTV Report