History and Culture
The charm of the unique art treasures and cultural assets, to everywhere in Tuscany meets one can hardly escape. It is the province of Siena with its famous capital of the province as the most important art-historical center in the region.
The fascinating city of Contrade is not only to the year on 2 July and 16 August's horse race "Palio" a rewarding excursion.
Besides the capital, but also the many historic towns and magnificent monasteries in the area worth a visit. Discover, for example, Pienza, the city of Pius II, famous for its well-preserved monuments of the Renaissance. Or Montepulciano, the Mecca of wine lovers, with the famous cathedral of San Biagio.
A visit to the ancient Etruscan town of Chiusi, idyllically situated on the Lago di Chiusi, brings you the history of the region 2500jährige closer. Especially romantic: the abbey church of Sant 'Antimo, which deals with their yellow-brown travertine and alabaster stone perfectly in the magnificent landscape.
Even Florence, city of the Medici and art capital of the world, it is easy to reach and is available for a short visit to be recommended.