If you are planning a trip through Tuscany, you cannot miss a stop in
Siena. This guide will take you through the city's main attractions. For more details and tips on how to organize your trip, visit our site
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The beating heart of
Siena is undoubtedly
Piazza del Campo, one of the most beautiful medieval squares in Europe. With its shell shape, it is where the famous
Palio di Siena takes place every year. Walking through this square will allow you to immerse yourself in the city's history, admiring the historic buildings and the imposing
Torre del Mangia.
The Duomo of Siena, or Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. Inside, you can admire works by
Michelangelo,
Donatello, and
Bernini. Don’t miss the visit to the
Libreria Piccolomini and the cathedral floor, a unique mosaic that depicts biblical and mythological stories.
Next to the cathedral, the
Museum of the Opera del Duomo houses one of the most important collections of sacred art in
Siena. Among the exhibited works are
Duccio di Buoninsegna’s Maestà and the sculpture by
Nicola Pisano.
Another gem of
Siena is the
Basilica of San Domenico, an imposing and austere building that houses the relics of
Saint Catherine of Siena, one of the patron saints of Italy. The basilica offers a spectacular panoramic view of the city and the surrounding countryside.
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