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Once upon a time… beautiful Siena, in Tuscany, was a very important city. Let’s go back in time… Imagine being in 1300. Siena was rich, powerful, and heavily populated. It was also constantly battling against Firenze (Florence), in competition with the neighboring city for almost anything you can think of. In order to show the world its power, Sien...

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La Dolce Vita Orient Express announced that it will soon be ready for guests to book tickets for what could arguably be called the most luxurious train journey in the world. In a press release shared with Travel + Leisure, the train operator shared it will open its virtual ticket window in April, with the train's specific run dates coming later thi...

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Welcome to Savoring Italy's go-to Siena guide, the essence of Tuscany. Siena mixes history, tradition, and Italian country flavors. It's medieval and unspoiled. We'll dive into a place where Piazza del Campo beats with life, cobblestone paths surprise, and every corner dishes out Siena's culinary history. Gothic buildings, lively markets, and hills...

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The best term to define Siena is "unique". Unique for its beauty enclosed in a small historic center. Unique because the colour of its ancient buildings has a name: "terra di Siena" (Siena's soil). Unique for the passion that the Sienese give to the symbolic event of the city, the Palio. In this article, we are shearing 10 tips to explore Siena lik...

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In this article, we delve into the 20 best places to retire in Italy for US citizens. Navigating retirement planning involves strategic decision-making, and for numerous US citizens, Italy has emerged as an enchanting destination to retire to. These American retirees are attracted to the richness of the Mediterranean lifestyle, the beauty of stunni...

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Where to go on holiday in Italy in March when nature slowly awakens with its colors and the climate starts to get milder? From north to south, Italy is an infinite sequence of magnificent places to visit at any time of the year, but even more so when everybody want to spend more time outdoor, even though the air is still crisp. Here are some excell...

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Siena's Piazza del Campo holds a special place in Italy’s cultural and historical landscape as one of the country’s most iconic squares. This article delves into the rich heritage, architectural brilliance, cultural events, and preservation efforts surrounding this spectacular piazza. The origins of can be traced back to ancient times, and its evol...

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Catholics around the world eagerly await for the Christmas period to celebrate the most festive holiday of the year, and food is a big component of that celebration. From Polish kolaczki to Spanish polvorones, the Catholic world counts on a diverse and vast selection of Christmas treats. In the Italian city of Siena, Tuscany, Christmas would not be...

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Centuries ago, a marble statue stood in a cult sanctuary. Under his watchful stone eyes, worshippers visited and left offerings in the thermal spring that flowed through the center of the temple. Eventually, times changed. The once-revered deity was dismembered and left in the hot muddy waters. Until now. Archaeologists were excavating the ruins of...

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In the charming Tuscan countryside, in the province of Siena, stands the imposing Abbey of San Galgano, a place that fascinates with its mystical beauty and legends that surround it. Among the many elements that attract attention is the sword in the stone. We explore where the homeless church is located, the history and secrets of the abbey, trying...

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