Siena, situated over three hills, is a picturesque medieval city rich with historic monuments and works of art, as well as beautiful countryside with terraced hills covered with vineyards. The famous Chianti region is on the territory between Siena and Florence. Siena is mostly famous for the medieval horse tournament of the Palio taking place every year in July and August. The main focus of the celebration is a three-lap horse race around Piazza del Campo, Siena’s main square with aunique semicircular shape. The race is preceded by a colourful parade around the square including oxen pulled golden chariot. The event is much felt by the people from Siena who take part belonging to one of the 17 “contrade”, a sort of city districts dating back to the middle ages, which for the occasion reenact the old traditions of rivalry among them.
The province of Siena is charming all year round, in summer for the cool mountain climate, in winter for skiing and in spring and autumn for the beauty of the surroundings.
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