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The Cathedral of Siena: Interior Part I

Siena’s Duomo, or Cathedral, is absolutely stunning, but it’s so vast and so filled with beautiful works of art that it can be hard to even know where to look...

The Cathedral of Siena: Interior Part II

We continue our exploration of Siena’s gorgeous Cathedral, starting with the wonderful Piccolomini Altar. Find out which of its statues is actually a self-portrait of Michelangelo, and why the famous...

The Cathedral of Siena: Piccolomini Library

This little library tucked inside Siena’s famous Duomo proves that great things really do come in small packages. Covered with floor-to-ceiling frescoes that leave viewers amazed and awe-inspired, the Piccolomini...

Siena’s Palazzo Pubblico

Most visitors come to Siena’s Palazzo Pubblico for a glimpse of Lorenzetti's famous fresco Allegory of Good and Bad Government, but there are so many other incredible works of art...

Siena: From the Medici to Modernity

We continue the fascinating history of Siena, beginning with its rule by the famous Medici family in the Renaissance era. Why did Siena become such a hot spot for tourism...

Siena: From the City’s Founding to the Medici

The story of Siena’s founding is legendary, linking the Tuscan city with the glory of Rome, but you’ll soon find that Siena has a glory all its own. In fact,...

Palazzo Pubblico: Lorenzetti’s Allegory of Good and Bad Government

One of the greatest artworks of the 14th century, The Allegory of Good and Bad Government by Ambrogio Lorenzetti, is housed in Siena’s Palazzo Pubblico, and it’s absolutely unmissable. This...

The Cathedral of Siena: History and Exterior

Siena is an impressive city, and its most impressive architectural marvel is its Duomo, or Cathedral. Take a moment to learn about how it was influenced by Siena’s fierce rivalry...