Archive for 'Orcia Valley'

The Horti Leonini in the town of San Quirico d'Orcia, Siena, is a late 16th century park. It was created according to the direction of Diomede Leoni (for whom it is named) with funding and the donation of lands by Francesco de' Medici. Built as part of a scheme of renovation in the town after damages caused during wars between Siena and Florence, it is an oasis of beauty. Wonderfully well-preserved, the gardens have maintained their original appearance and provide a perfect example of an Italian style garden. If you are interested in landscape architecture, Italian history or gardens, this is sure to prove both stunning and fascinating. Why not find a luxury villa in Siena and spend some time wandering the grounds?

Embark on a delightful day trip to the medieval hilltop village of Monticchiello in Val d’Orcia.

This Tuscan village has records of it dating as far back as 973 and passed under the ownership of many territories through the centuries.

Choose from a stunning range of villas in Val d'Orcia where you can enjoy the best of peaceful scenery and leisurely day trips to its towns and villages including Monticchiello.

Witness the entertaining ‘Befanate Befanotti’ festival in the town of Piancastagnaio on the 5th January! Groups of local men dress up in old rags called befanotti and dirty their faces to look like beggars.

They then go from house to house offering to sing a lively begging song in exchange for gifts like food or money. Afterwards the jolly men gather together in the main square to divide up their earnings and eat some food while they laugh and chatter together. This unusual tradition is great fun to watch!

Choose from a great range of vacation villa rentals in Radicofani, only eight kilometres from Piancastagnaio and enjoy a selection of exciting festivals that occur locally around this time.

San Quirico d’Orcia is a beautiful town only 35 kilometres south-east of Siena. Located in the UNESCO awarded Val d’Orcia, San Quirico also lies upon the roadside of the famous pilgrim road that runs from Northern Europe right down to the Italian capital of Rome!

Stay in a beautiful vacation villa in Sorano, just a few minute's drive from San Quirico where you can relax and unwind a beautiful natural atmosphere after a fun few days of discovery!

This ancient town is home to many old sacred churches including the Collegiate church of San Quirico.

Situated in the province of Siena in Tuscany, is the welcoming town of Rapolano Terme! Only 20 kilometres east of Siena city itself, tourists would thoroughly enjoy a day trip out here to relax in its famous thermal pools.

Rapolano Terme lies on the border between Val di Chiana and the wine producing region of Chianti so you have plenty to explore on your visit to this area.

Treat yourself to a lavish stay at a luxury villa in Rapolano Terme where you can live the lifestyle of royalty in beautiful surroundings!