Colors of Siena - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle
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Siena is an attractive city with a medieval atmosphere. It is famous for its interesting culinary traditions. The main feature of the local cuisine is an abundance of sweets, as city …
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The most recognizable symbol of Siena is its beautiful cathedral. Construction of the church has begun in 1179 and lasted for several hundred years. The Cathedral impresses with its elegant …
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Entertainment that can be offered by Siena to its guests is no less diverse than the cultural program. Those who are fond of outdoor activities should definitely visit La Foce Garden. …
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1. Travelers who plan to rent a car have to consider that there is a shortage of free parking spaces in the city. Some of the best car parks are located near Fortezza Medicea and next to the …
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Siena is a medieval city that carefully keeps the traditions of ancient times. It is situated on three hills. This fact creates the impression that Siena is divided into three small towns. …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Siena and surroundings
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Cathedrals and basilicas near Siena
♥ Basilica dell’Immacolata (S. Clemente dei Servi), Siena, 1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilica di S. Bernardino da Siena, Siena, 1.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Cattedrale di S. Maria Assunta, Siena, 1.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilica Cateriniana di S. Domenico, Siena, 1.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilica di S. Agata, Asciano, 19.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Concattedrale di Ss. Marziale e Alberto, Colle di Val d’Elsa, 22 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Abbazia di Monte Oliveto Maggiore, Chiusure, 22.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilica dell’Immacolata (S. Clemente dei Servi), Siena, 1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilica di S. Bernardino da Siena, Siena, 1.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Cattedrale di S. Maria Assunta, Siena, 1.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilica Cateriniana di S. Domenico, Siena, 1.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilica di S. Agata, Asciano, 19.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Concattedrale di Ss. Marziale e Alberto, Colle di Val d’Elsa, 22 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Abbazia di Monte Oliveto Maggiore, Chiusure, 22.2 km from the center. On the map
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Survived castles around Siena
♥ Castle 'Castello delle Quattro Torri' Siena, 1.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello di Belcaro' Siena, 4.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello Monteriggioni' Monteriggioni, 14.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello di Meleto' Gaiole in Chianti, 16 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello di Staggia Senese' Poggibonsi, 18.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello di Montebenichi' Bucine, 18.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello della Magione' Poggibonsi, 22 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello delle Quattro Torri' Siena, 1.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello di Belcaro' Siena, 4.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello Monteriggioni' Monteriggioni, 14.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello di Meleto' Gaiole in Chianti, 16 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello di Staggia Senese' Poggibonsi, 18.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello di Montebenichi' Bucine, 18.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello della Magione' Poggibonsi, 22 km from the center. On the map
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Thailand Relaxes Its COVID-19 Policy
New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide.
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New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide.
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27.07.2024
Colors of Siena in photos
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