A historic walled city dominates the hilly landscape of Monteriggioni. The town is found in the province of Siena, and the castle was built in the early 13th century to overlook Cassia Road and control Val d’Elsa and defend from enemy armies. There were initially fourteen towers total and two gates, one facing Rome and the other, Florence. The perfectly circular wall houses a village inside that is for the most part still original. - When visiting Monteriggioni, visitors should park in the lot at the base of the bill then climb the short ascent to the village. The Church of Santa Maria Assunta is part of the original construction and faces the Piazza di’ Roma. The best time to visit is in July during the Medieval Festival of Monteriggioni where people dress in Medieval clothing with live performances, acrobats, bards, and theater.

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