Monte San Savino
Palazzuolo Vecchio, in Arezzo province, was a castle destroyed in the 1100s by Sienese. The destruction was more evident during the reconstruction, when walls showing traces of fire have been found. In 1100 this place was already called "Palatiolum Veteris" i.e. old Palace, which makes it clear to understand how ancient its origins are. Signs of a illustrious past for this little village can be the ancient stones, often machined, which make walls. Montemaggiore, the other completely rebuild building is about 5 Km further. The swimming pool (7x14 m), 150 meters away from the little village, faces on Amiata mount, which can be seen from faraway and that ca be accessed to through a pleasant path stone-paved. On the other side it is possible to see Siena with its ancient towers. Around the swimming pool there's a big lawn where guests can organise different activities or simply sunbathing. In this farmhouse, there's the lounge used for breakfast and meals, and for wine, wine/oil and Tuscan traditional cuisine courses. Here it is also available an automatic washing-machine. At their own disposal, guests have also two Tuscan traditional ovens to try to cook bread or pizza. See also: Montemaggiore Apartments Podere Cortinova |
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Monte San Savino
The ancient medieval town of Monte San Savino lies in the heart of Tuscany's Val di Chiana. An oasis of tranquillity far from the hustle and bustle of city life it is the ideal place from where it is quick and easy to visit the cities of Florence, Siena and Arezzo, all famous for their treasure trove of art and architecture and as centres of gastronomic excellence.. Equally accessible, of great historical interest and where gastronomy is taken to a fine art are the many lovely old hill towns around such as Montalcino, Pienza, Montepulciano, San Gimignano, Monte Uliveto Maggiore and Cortona. |
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