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Siena

Siena is located in the heart of Tuscany set on three hills, with Florence 70km to the north and Rome 230km to the south. Siena is a lovely Tuscan town with many medieval streets, superb architecture and plenty of museums and monuments to keep you occupied.

Siena was once a Roman colony, and the town boasts many reminders in the way of statues of Remus and Romulus. The town is divided into 17 districts and each district has it's own animal emblem, and there is still a traditional tribal system in place.

One of the first places to visit in Siena is the Piazza del Campo, the secular heart of Siena. The square is lined with cafes, and the focal point is the Palazzo Pubblico dating back to 1250.

Probably the best way to explore Siena is on foot, as it is easy to walk around the city and catch all the sights on offer. There is a multitude of museums to visit, all offering exquisite arts and sculptures, and famous frescoes including those by Simone Martini. Whilst in Siena its always good to attend on of their many festivals, including the Palio Races, the biggest traditional festival in Siena.

 

 

Sienna Monuments

Piazza del Campo

Siena Cathedral

La Torre del Mangia

Church of San Domenico

Siena Jazz

Accademia Musicale

The Palio Races of Siena

Maggiolata

Siena Parks

Treno Natura

Siena Camping

Siena Nightlife

Siena Museums

Museo per Bambini

Museo Civico

Oratorio di S.Bernardino

Palace of the Papesse

Pinacoteca Nazionale

Museum Biccherna Tablets

Orto Botanico

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