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World Heritage Site
The historic center of Siena has been listed by UNESCO among World Heritage Sites due to the Gothic appearance of squares, palaces, churches and monuments, get between XII and XV centuries.
Visiting Siena means following a path to the origins of Western culture, when, in the Middle Ages, the Italian City-States were born: for a brief period Siena stand out in Europe, giving life to a civilization whose signs are still visible today in its rich historical-artistic heritage.
Tradition and Modernity of the City of Palio
The tie with the past is even in the attachment of Sienese people to the traditions and the sense of belonging to one’s own Contrada of every inhabitant.
Siena, in fact, is divided into 17 Contrada (Aquila, Bruco, Chiocciola, Civetta, Drago, Giraffa, Istrice, Leocorno, Lupa, Nicchio, Oca, Onda, Pantera, Selva, Tartuca, Torre and Valdimontone), 10 Contrada join the Palio chosen by draw, the Palio takes place twice a year, on July 2nd and August 16th, in Piazza del Campo.
The Palio is the most awaited event by Sienese and the most popular in the world, however there are many events and attractions going on in the town, check our blog to keep updated!
What to See in The Surroundings
Tuscany has been for centuries a source of inspiration for artists and couldn’t be otherwise: the nice hills dotted with picturesque farmhouses and parishes, the vivid colors of the countryside that seem to extend to infinity, everything males this landscape a natural show that capture traveler’s imagination.
Take the opportunity of a stay in Siena to discover even the surroundings: you can admire castles, abbeys, parishes, medieval hamlets and Renaissance villas that make this part of Tuscany a unique territory in the world, both for the romantic landscape, as for the unique works of art. From Siena, it is easy to reach Pienza, San Gimignano, Montepulciano, Volterra, just to mention some of the most prestigious destinations in the heart of Tuscany. Follow our suggestions: we have prepared a series of routes in the historic center of Siena and in the enchanting surrounding towns.
The land of enogastronomical excellence
Siena is a recommended destination for gourmets and wine lovers, who here will find family-run farms, vineyards that characterize the landscape and historic wine cellars where DOC and DOCG wines are produced and where it is possible to follow guided tours and tastings.
Let yourself be enticed by the deep aroma of fine wines and the flavors of typical Sienese products, you will discover a world of genuineness and delicacy that is unrivaled in the world.
