December 8, 2026
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Pienza is a historic town in the Val d'Orcia valley, known as one of the most significant examples of Renaissance urbanism in Italy. Pope Pius II transformed it in the 15th century according to the ideals of a perfect city, and today its historic center is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Pienza is also known for the production of pecorino cheese, which is one of the most recognizable local products of the region.
December 8, 2026
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December 25, 2026
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December 26, 2026
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January 1, 2027
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January 6, 2027
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April 25, 2027
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May 1, 2027
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June 2, 2027
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August 15, 2027
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A 15th-century cathedral commissioned by Pope Pius II as part of his redesign of his birthplace into an ideal Renaissance city. The travertine facade is a blend of Gothic and Renaissance elements, and the interior preserves several significant altarpieces by Sienese masters.
A Renaissance palace from 1462, the residence of Pope Pius II, designed after the model of Palazzo Rucellai in Florence. The interior preserves original furniture and papal chambers, while the loggia on the rear side of the palace offers a view over the Val d'Orcia.
The central square of Pienza, considered one of the first consciously planned Renaissance squares in the history of architecture. It is surrounded by the cathedral, Palazzo Piccolomini, and Palazzo Comunale, and the complete ensemble of the square has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Montalcino is a town known for the production of Brunello di Montalcino wine, one of the most famous wines in Italy.
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