Montepulciano is a medieval town full of renaissance palaces, in the south of Tuscany surrounded by gorgeous valleys. The town is also where scenes from the vampire movie Twilight was filmed, which has increased tourism in the historic town. Nobile wine is produced in Montepulciano, and the countryside is covered in vineyards and wineries. The Piazza Grande is the center of town often showcases special events such as the annual barrel racing contest each August. Several other villages surround Montepulciano including Pienza and Bagno Vignoni, a thermal village.

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