Tuscany is a region very famous for its medieval villages and historic towns. Here are some of my recommendations:
- San Gimignano – This village is located in the hills of Tuscany and is known for its famous medieval towers. You will be able to stroll its cobbled streets and admire the historic architecture, museums and churches.
- Montalcino – This medieval city is located in a wine area famous for the production of Brunello di Montalcino. You will be able to taste delicious local delicacies and visit its castles, churches and museums.
- Pienza – This village is known for its Renaissance architecture and for its pecorino cheese. You will be able to admire the Palazzo Piccolomini, the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta and the beautiful view of the Tuscan countryside.
- Cortona – Situated on the hill above the Val di Chiana, Cortona is a medieval town full of history and culture. You will be able to visit the Museum of the Etruscan Academy and the Palazzo Comunale and stroll through its cobbled streets.
The best months to visit these villages are spring and autumn, when the climate is mild and the days are longer. In spring, you can enjoy the beauty of the countryside in bloom, while in autumn the colors of nature become very intense. However, summer is a very busy season in Tuscany, so if you want to avoid the crowds, you might consider visiting these villages in spring or autumn.
Here are the villages in Tuscany that we recommend this year
Pienza, the ideal city in the heart of Val D’Orcia, a village to visit
Pienza, the “ideal city” is located in the heart of the Val D’Orcia, near Siena, in Tuscany, it is not far from the other two important centers of the valley, San Quirico d’Orcia e Castiglione d’Orcia. In 1996, its historic center was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It… [Continua a leggere]
Scopri di più su questa storia / Photo Simone Antonazzo
Monteriggioni, the “gateway to the Middle Ages” on the Via Francigena
Monteriggioni is a medieval village located in Tuscany, Italy. It is famous for its walls and towers. The village was built in the 12th century to defend itself against invasions by enemy armies. Today it is a popular tourist spot for its historic buildings and… [Continua a leggere]Scopri di più su questa storia / Photo Alessandro Chiarini (da Enit.it)
Pitigliano, the “Tuff Fortress” on a volcanic rock spur – VIDEO
The village of Pitigliano in the province of Grosseto in Tuscany. It sprouted in an artistically orderly way on the tuff from a rocky volcanic outcrop that dominates the surrounding town. Its hilltop location is spectacular as it is surrounded by deep gorges on three… [Continua a leggere]Scopri di più su questa storia / Photo Viaggiando Italia
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Tuscany is a region very famous for its medieval villages and historic towns. Here are some of my recommendations:
- San Gimignano – This village is located in the hills of Tuscany and is known for its famous medieval towers. You will be able to stroll its cobbled streets and admire the historic architecture, museums and churches.
- Montalcino – This medieval city is located in a wine area famous for the production of Brunello di Montalcino. You will be able to taste delicious local delicacies and visit its castles, churches and museums.
- Pienza – This village is known for its Renaissance architecture and for its pecorino cheese. You will be able to admire the Palazzo Piccolomini, the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta and the beautiful view of the Tuscan countryside.
- Cortona – Situated on the hill above the Val di Chiana, Cortona is a medieval town full of history and culture. You will be able to visit the Museum of the Etruscan Academy and the Palazzo Comunale and stroll through its cobbled streets.
The best months to visit these villages are spring and autumn, when the climate is mild and the days are longer. In spring, you can enjoy the beauty of the countryside in bloom, while in autumn the colors of nature become very intense. However, summer is a very busy season in Tuscany, so if you want to avoid the crowds, you might consider visiting these villages in spring or autumn.
Here are the villages in Tuscany that we recommend this year
Pienza, the ideal city in the heart of Val D’Orcia, a village to visit
Pienza, the “ideal city” is located in the heart of the Val D’Orcia, near Siena, in Tuscany, it is not far from the other two important centers of the valley, San Quirico d’Orcia e Castiglione d’Orcia. In 1996, its historic center was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It… [Continua a leggere]Scopri di più su questa storia / Photo Simone Antonazzo
Monteriggioni, the “gateway to the Middle Ages” on the Via Francigena
Monteriggioni is a medieval village located in Tuscany, Italy. It is famous for its walls and towers. The village was built in the 12th century to defend itself against invasions by enemy armies. Today it is a popular tourist spot for its historic buildings and… [Continua a leggere]Scopri di più su questa storia / Photo Alessandro Chiarini (da Enit.it)
Pitigliano, the “Tuff Fortress” on a volcanic rock spur – VIDEO
The village of Pitigliano in the province of Grosseto in Tuscany. It sprouted in an artistically orderly way on the tuff from a rocky volcanic outcrop that dominates the surrounding town. Its hilltop location is spectacular as it is surrounded by deep gorges on three… [Continua a leggere]Scopri di più su questa storia / Photo Viaggiando Italia
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