Virtually Explore Siena, Italy
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A guide to Siena’s historic buildings, a city famous worldwide for its immense artistic and cultural heritage hidden in buildings of unique architectural beauty.
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This exhibition examines an exceptional moment at the dawn of the Italian Renaissance and the pivotal role of Sienese artists—including Duccio, Pietro and Ambrogio Lorenzetti, and Simone Martini...
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Siena, the product of its historical figures, is presented here through the places that symbolize its Christian faith. Developed on and thanks to the “spiritual” route of the Via Francigena...
ON-DEMAND LECTURE
Join Professor Jane Tylus and Yale Alumni Academy for a lecture on Siena, and discover how a remote Italian town was once poised to change the medieval world.
ON-DEMAND LECTURE
Join Professor Jane Tylus for a lecture at New York University's Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimò celebrating the exhibit "Siena: The Rise of Painting" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (the exhibit is linked above).
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Siena, Italy, is a charming medieval city in the heart of Tuscany, renowned for its stunning Gothic architecture, rich history, and vibrant culture. Encircled by well-preserved city walls, Siena is best known for the Piazza del Campo, a breathtaking shell-shaped square that hosts the famous Palio di Siena, a thrilling horse race held twice a year. The city’s Duomo di Siena, a masterpiece of Italian Gothic architecture, features intricate marble facades and stunning frescoes. Wander through its winding cobblestone streets, enjoy authentic Tuscan cuisine, and soak in the timeless beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
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The historic center of Siena was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. It has remained intact for centuries and is a testament to its rich history.
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The Duomo di Siena is a medieval cathedral in Siena, Italy, dedicated from its earliest days as a Roman Catholic Marian church, and now dedicated...
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Explore Siena's well-preserved Gothic architecture and the bustling Piazza del Campo and get a vivid sense of Siena's unique charm and cultural significance, all from an aerial view.
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Wine is the star of the table in Tuscany. Did you know that the province of Siena is one of the most important in Italy for wine production?
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The Palio di Siena is one of Tuscany’s most awaited summer events. Boasting centuries-old origins, Italy's most famous horse race takes place twice a year in piazza del Campo
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Siena is the embodiment of a medieval city. Its inhabitants pursued their rivalry with Florence right into the area of urban planning. Throughout the centuries, they preserved...
