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Two brothers are said to have founded San Gimignano in 63 B.C. when they escaped from Rome, on the run for conspiracy. The brothers constructed two castles which would go on to develop into the town of San Gimignano. The first mention of the town was in documents dated in 929 AD and was most likely founded in homage to the bishop of Modena. The town was declared a free commune in 1199. Some of the best things visitors can see in San Gimignano include the Civic Museums, Porta San Giovanni, the former Podesta Palace, Medieval Fountains, the Public Library, Piazza Sant’Agostino, Piazza Duomo, and Rocca of Montestaffoli. Sacred art dating back centuries is on display at several churches in San Gimignano.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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