Siena and San Gimignano |
We all had a wonderful time exploring some of the hill towns of Tuscany. We saw magnificent Siena; home
of St. Catherine, the saint of Siena, Italy and the European union. We toured the lovely duomo and ate next
to the Mangia Tower in the Pza. del Campo. Then we visitied San Gimignano, a town that once had 72 towers.
Now, only about 11 towers are still standing. Here we explored the cobbled streets, did some pottery shopping,
ate gelato,
and
had an excellent time.
Below are two vidoes and some photos. Enjoy!
US :-) |
Guida Stella |
St. Catherine's |
view of Siena |
the duomo |
it's definitely a hill town |
back of St. Catherine's |
approaching Duomo |
we're here! |
High Altar |
Mosaic floors |
Sienese paintings |
the ceiling |
biblical scenes |
with Sienese participants |
Rose window |
Mangia Tower |
ahhh Tuscany |
entering San Gimignano |
cute cobbled streets |
towers |
and Tuscan hills |
Sergio, Lyn & Francesca |
el gato |
interesting architecture |
more towers |
cathedral |
town hall |