Siena

Located in the Tuscany region of Italia, the historic city of Siena is one of the cultural centers that has best preserved its medieval architecture to this day. The unique shell-shaped Piazza del Campo, considered the heart of the city, and the Siena Cathedral (Duomo di Siena), a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, are world-famous geographical and architectural symbols of this settlement. While vitality reaches its peak during the Palio horse races, which are the most important part of traditional life, the thick handmade pasta Pici all'Aglione and the traditional sweet Panforte di Siena are indispensable flavors of daily life.

History and Art-Filled Life in Siena

Largely closed to vehicular traffic to protect the inner-city transport and historic fabric, Siena takes its visitors back to the Middle Ages with its labyrinthine steep streets and brick buildings. Rising on the main square, the Palazzo Pubblico and Torre del Mangia symbolize the secular power and historical independence of the city. The Fonte Gaia fountain in the center of the square and the historic Fontebranda water source, part of the ancient water network, show the city's place in hydraulic engineering history. To discover the artistic riches of the city, the Pinacoteca Nazionale (National Pinacotheca of Siena) and the Santa Maria della Scala Museum Complex, converted from an old pilgrim hospital, are must-visits. For those who want to relax and watch the city from above, the Medici Fortress (Fortezza Medicea) with its green spaces offers a perfect social life area. You can access the exact location of all these points in the Map section.