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Siena and its water: a special itinerary

Art, History and tradition
22
Sep
2017
Siena is the city of water. As all the cities founded by the romans. The Bottini system, which flows underneath the heart of Siena, is a magnificent example of how, during the ages, the town was governing and managing the…
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The arte of faience in Siena

Art, History and tradition
10
Sep
2017
Faience is a very technique word that describes the world of ceramics and pottery, especially those objects that are hand painted and hand made. Italy has a strong tradition in this: you can find a lot of towns and borough,…
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Biking Siena: visit the town in a slow way

Various
08
Sep
2017
Slow. This is probably the best rhythm to enjoy Siena. Walking or better strolling in the narrow alleys, even without having a clear point to reach, is probably what you really should do for your first day in town. But…
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Siena tribute to Simone Martini: a special visit to the Maestà

Art, History and tradition
06
Sep
2017
Most of the tourists coming to Italy, love our works of art: monuments, churches, museums, painters. But it’s more than this. Pay a visit to a museum can be much more: it engages our eyes, our emotions. The red, the…
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Ambrogio Lorenzetti: the poet of Siena

Art, History and tradition
04
Aug
2017
A great event for the city of Siena dedicating a great exhibition to Ambrogio Lorenzetti. The journey to the great event that will open next October 22, began with a trip to the restoration of some works. Visitors were able…
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Siena by night: the best places to enjoy the town

Art, History and tradition
01
Aug
2017
It’s a fresh, cool night and you’ve probably been rushing around Siena to visit the beauties of the town. Now it’s time for a deserved rest, enjoying the nightly views from some special places we have selected for you.
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Your special wedding in Siena

Various
20
Jul
2017
Every bride’s dream is to have a unique day, something wonderful to remember: the dress may be the starting point, but the location must be a dreamy one. Wedding in Italy, and especially in Tuscany, is a chance no one…
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The procession of candles and censors: the Siena outside the Palio

Art, History and tradition
20
Jul
2017
Siena is not only the Palio. The mid-August event, which runs in the Piazza del Campo, has a side feast that mix of the civic with the sacred element, in a moment of particular intensity that only Siena can express.
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The Salini collection: Siena between 12th to the 15th centuries

Art, History and tradition
20
Jul
2017
It’s one of the hugest collection in town that gathers the apex of Senese history through the evolution of its art from the 12th to the 15th centuries. Thanks to the patronage of architect SimonPietro Salini, the municipal administration, from…
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Gardens in Siena: resting and cooking

Various
20
Jul
2017
Every town has a hidden treasure. Sometimes more than one. It lies in the courtyards, in the halls, in the gardens. Between the walls of a cloister. When you walk in the streets of Siena, you can only imagine what’s…
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Drinking wine in Siena

Various
20
Jul
2017
No doubt that Tuscany has some of the best wines in Italy. And it’s a lovely experience taste them in the right way. The best you can do is take your time and visit some of the cellar that you…
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Cooking in Siena: where to learn Tuscan kitchen

news & events
16
Jul
2017
If you want to eat well, Italy is one of the best place in the world. You will always find something tasty and traditional to eat. The local dishes, made with products coming from the area, can be a real…
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