Montepulciano: history and curiosities of one of Tuscany’s best-known ancient towns, not far from Siena and a stone’s throw from Umbria
Montepulciano, a true jewel of the Sienese hills in Tuscany, enchants tourists and visitors with its Renaissance charm, rich history, culture of good living and the breathtaking beauty of its countryside.
HISTORY AND CULTURE
Montepulciano’s roots go back to Etruscan antiquity, but it was during the Renaissance period that the town reached its greatest artistic and cultural splendour. Noble palaces, churches decorated by Renaissance masters such as Antonio da Sangallo the Elder and Andrea Pozzo, as well as the renowned Piazza Grande, symbol of the town, with its majestic Palazzo Comunale tower, bear witness to the glorious past of this enchanting town.
TRADITIONS AND CURRENT EVENTS
In addition to its thousand-year history, Montepulciano is a lively town rich in tradition today.
Famous for its Vino Nobile, one of the most prestigious Italian wines, it hosts internationally renowned food and wine events such as Cantine Aperte and the Bravio delle Botti. Music lovers can enjoy the Cantiere Internazionale d’Arte, an artistic and cultural event conceived in 1976 by composer Hans Werner Henze that attracts artists and musicians worldwide every summer.
ENCHANTING LANDSCAPES AND COUNTRYSIDE
The countryside surrounding Montepulciano offers postcard-perfect landscapes: vineyards, olive groves and cypress trees silhouetted against the Tuscan hills. Here, immersed in the tranquillity of nature and surrounded by an atmosphere of serenity and beauty, are ancient farmhouses and prestigious residences.
A perfect location in which to live permanently or spend unforgettable holidays, embracing a slow lifestyle and enjoying the peace and beauty that only the Tuscan countryside can offer.
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