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Stories and itineraries from Southern Tuscany

Sarteano: what to see in the Etruscan village
Local guide

Sarteano: what to see in the Etruscan village

Complete guide to Sarteano: medieval castle, Etruscan necropolis, historic streets.

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3 days in Val d'Orcia: perfect itinerary
Itinerary

3 days in Val d'Orcia: perfect itinerary

Pienza, Montalcino, San Quirico, Bagno Vignoni, the thermal baths. From Sarteano.

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Pienza: what to see in the Renaissance village
Travel guide

Pienza: what to see in the Renaissance village

Piazza Pio II, Cathedral, Palazzo Piccolomini, Pecorino and the Val d'Orcia surroundings.

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When to visit Tuscany: season by season
Travel guide

When to visit Tuscany: season by season

Spring, summer, autumn or winter: the best time to visit Tuscany from Sarteano.

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Getting married in a convent: complete guide
Weddings

Getting married in a convent: complete guide

Why choose a historic convent for your wedding in Tuscany.

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Vino Nobile di Montepulciano: tasting guide
Wine

Vino Nobile di Montepulciano: tasting guide

History, characteristics, cellars to visit. 16 km from Convento Santa Chiara.

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San Casciano dei Bagni thermal baths
Wellness

San Casciano dei Bagni thermal baths

Natural hot springs at 40°C, only 16 km from Sarteano.

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History of Convento Santa Chiara
History

History of Convento Santa Chiara

Founded in 1498: the Poor Clares, suppression and rebirth as a charming hotel.

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The villages of Southern Tuscany
Travel guide

The villages of Southern Tuscany

Sarteano, Montepulciano, Pienza, Montalcino, Cetona and surroundings.

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