Siena

February 26, 2010

Siena is a city that competed economically and military with Florence during Renaissance. After some struggles Florence defeated Siena and the city started to lose political importance. In my opinion Siena is a lot more beautiful that Florence!. It is located in the hills, very well preserved, and its full of very old brick buildings and churches. In Siena is held one of the most well known Italian squares: La piazza del campo where the Palio is celebrated two times per year. Nowadays the entire rhythm of Siena and the character of the people is defined by the Palio events and the spirit of competition between the Palio teams.

Jumping in Piazza del campo

Jumping in Piazza del campo

Beautiful Siena

Beautiful Siena

In Siena I was hosted by Giulia. She fed me with homemade tiramisĂș that was even better that the one that my grandmother cooks! She also introduced me to her friends and together, we went out to a cuartel (a Palio’s team) party. It was great!

Surfing Giulia's couch

Surfing Giulia's couch

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