Siena is a beautiful medieval city, known for its historical and cultural charm. The historic center of the city was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995.
Siena is famous for the Palio, a horse race held twice a year in the beautiful Piazza del Campo, the heart of the city. The square is also home to the Palazzo Pubblico, Siena’s town hall, which houses the famous Civic Museum and the Torre del Mangia, 88 meters high.
Other top attractions in Siena include the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, one of the greatest examples of Gothic architecture in Italy, and the Basilica of San Domenico, where the skull relic of Saint Catherine of Siena is located. Walking through the streets of the historic center, you can admire the magnificent palaces, ancient churches and medieval towers, and enjoy the unique atmosphere of the city.
Siena is also famous for its fine gastronomic products, such as Chianti wine and the sweet “panforte”, which can be tasted in the numerous restaurants and specialty shops of the city.