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Pieve of San Giovanni Battista in Molli and the Marble Quarries: Treasures of the Montagnola Senese

🏛️ The Pieve of MolliThe  Pieve of San Giovanni Battista in Molli  is a Romanesque gem dating back to the 11th century, located in one of the highest areas of the Montagnola Senese.  Its three-nave structure, divided by round arches [...]

The Cloister of Santa Mustiola Abbey in Torri: A Romanesque Treasure in Tuscany

Nestled in the medieval village of Torri, approximately 15 km south of Siena, the  Cloister of Santa Mustiola Abbeystands as a remarkable example of Romanesque architecture in Tuscany.  Established in 1070 by Vallombrosan monks, the abbey [...]

Discovering the Upper Val d'Elsa River Park and the SentierElsa Trail

  Discovering the Upper Val d'Elsa River Park and the SentierElsa TrailIn the heart of Tuscany, the  Upper Val d'Elsa River Park  offers a natural oasis of extraordinary beauty, where the Elsa River flows through lush woods and crystal [...]

🌾 Crete Senesi e Abbazia di Monte Oliveto Maggiore: Un Viaggio tra Natura e Spiritualità

🏞️ Le Crete Senesi: Un Paesaggio UnicoLe  Crete Senesi  si estendono a sud-est di Siena, comprendendo comuni come Asciano, Buonconvento, Monteroni d'Arbia, Rapolano Terme, San Giovanni d'Asso e Trequanda.  Il nome deriva dall'argilla [...]

Discovering the Merse River: Where Nature Meets History

The  Merse River  originates in the Colline Metallifere of Grosseto, between Poggio Croce di Prata and Poggio di Montieri, at an altitude of 848 meters, and flows for about 70 km before joining the Ombrone River.  Along its course, it [...]

The Spanish Tower of Ancaiano: A Medieval Sentinel in the Sienese Hills

In the picturesque village of  Ancaiano, a hamlet of the municipality of Sovicille, stands a striking stone tower known locally as the  Spanish Tower.   This structure, with its sloped base and arched windows, is one of the most charac [...]

Castello di Celsa: A Renaissance Treasure in the Heart of Tuscany

The  Castello di Celsa  is one of the most fascinating historic residences in Tuscany, nestled among the hills of the Montagnola Senese.   Located just a few kilometers from Sovicille, this castle offers a unique experience for those w [...]

Motrano Hermitage: A Hidden Gem in the Montagnola Senese

The  Motrano Hermitage, also known as  Romitorio di Motrano, is an ancient hermitage located about 1 km northwest of the hamlet of Simignano, in the municipality of Sovicille, Tuscany.  The earliest documentary evidence dates back to [...]

🇬🇧 Cetinale Hermitage: A Spiritual Retreat in the Montagnola Senese

Nestled in the serene Tuscan countryside, the  Cetinale Hermitage  is a religious building constructed in the early 18th century.   Located atop the hill overlooking  Villa Cetinale, to which it was connected by a long staircase c [...]

🇬🇧 Church of San Bartolomeo in Ancaiano: a Renaissance Masterpiece in the Tuscan Hills

In the charming village of  Ancaiano, near  Sovicille, stands the  Church of San Bartolomeo, a fine example of Tuscan Renaissance architecture. The current building was constructed in  1660  at the request of  Pope Alex [...]

🇬🇧 San Galgano Abbey: History, Legend, and Spiritual Beauty in Tuscany

Located in the municipality of  Chiusdino, about 30 km from Siena, the  Abbey of San Galgano  is one of the most fascinating and scenic destinations in Tuscany. Its roofless Gothic structure and the  legend of the Sword in the Sto [...]

Villa Cetinale: A Baroque Gem in the Tuscan Countryside

Nestled in the green hills of the  Montagnola Senese,   Villa Cetinale  is one of the most outstanding examples of  Tuscan Baroque architecture. Built between 1676 and 1678 by Cardinal  Flavio Chigi, nephew of Pope Alexander [...]

🌿 The Best Free Natural Hot Springs in Tuscany: Wellness in the Wild

Tuscany is rich in natural thermal springs, many of which are  free to access  and set in breathtaking landscapes. If you're planning a  holiday in Tuscany surrounded by nature, here’s a guide to the most beautiful  free thermal b [...]

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