Siena - the center of the province of Tuscany - is located 70 km south of Florence, which since ancient times has competed as the most cultural, charming, scientific or commercial center. That in turn stimulated the development of both cities. Siena is one of the few places in Tuscany that has preserved the spirit and atmosphere of the Middle Ages. Throughout the centuries, the Siens have carefully preserved the gothic image of their city, dating back to the 12th and 15th centuries.
The Roman city of Seine-Julia (Latin Saena Julia) was founded on this site by Emperor Augustus. The first written mention of the city is dated to 70 AD. e.
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How to get to Siena
By plane
Siena airport "Ampunanio" (tel .: 0577-392226) is located 9 km from the city. You can fly here from Olbia, Vienna and Munich. Speed shuttle service (tel: 0577-204224) is currently available between the airport and Piazza Gramsci. Many tourists fly by plane to Florence or Pisa, and then go to Siena. The Sena bus lines connect Siena with Bologna airport (twice a day, 2, 5 hours), where the discounter's routes have been laid.
By car
If you are coming from the north, from Florence, then choose the route Chiantigiana SS 222 - 72 km, which elegantly circles and crosses the hills of the Chianti, or take the motorway (super speed Siena-Firenze SS 2 - 68 km). From the south to Siena, you can take the A1 road from Rome (A1 Rome-Firenze, exit Valdichiana, then turn right onto motorway 326 (Bettolle-Siena - 240 km).
By train
Several trains run straight from Florence to Siena. You can also take any train that stops at Empoli and find the train that follows from Empoli to Siena every 30-60 minutes. The train station of Siena is about 2 km from the historic center and 5 minutes by bus. Bus numbers 3, 8, 10, 17, 77 go from the train station to Pizza del Sale (Pizza del Sale), and number 17 - from the square to the station. If you like walking on hilly terrain, then you can walk to the center. It takes 30-40 minutes.
By bus
This is the easiest way to get to Siena from Florence, although the journey by train is more exciting. Take the SITA bus and in 1 hour and 20 minutes you will be on Piazza Garibaldi inside the city walls of Siena. This will allow you to walk around and thoroughly explore the city. You can also get from Rome (3 hours) and other cities.
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Climate of Siena
| Average monthly temperature, ° C | ||||||||||||
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | sen | Oct | but I | Dec | |
| in the afternoon | +8 | +9 | +12 | +16 | +21 | +24 | +28 | +28 | +24 | +18 | +13 | +9 |
| at night | +2 | +2 | +3 | +4 | +8 | +13 | +15 | +15 | +13 | +11 | +5 | +3 |
Transportation of Siena
The center of Siena is open only for pedestrians, the movement of vehicles, except for taxis, police, etc., is strictly prohibited. True, this does not apply to motorcycles and scooters. All this makes walking around the city more comfortable. You can safely enjoy the beauty of Siena, even when the city is flooded with tourists.
In the center you can find small buses (Pollicino) from the company TRA-IN. The ticket price is 90 euro cents when you buy at a kiosk (tabacchi). The driver's tickets cost more for the driver.
Outside the main city walls there are many parking lots (for details, see the parking service «Siena Parcheggi» phone 0577-228711). To call or reserve a taxi, call the Central Reservation Office at 0577-49222.
Cuisine of Siena
Siena is famous for its sweets. This and Siena gingerbread, and almond cookies (Ricciarello), and panpepato - a mixture of almonds, honey and pepper. Also Tuscany is home to some of the best Italian wines - Chianti, Chianti Classico, Chianti Colli Senesi, Chianti Superiore, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Brunello di Montalcino e Vernaccia di San Gimignano.
Entertainment, excursions and attractions of Siena
Typically, the tourist routes begin with Piazza del Campo (La Piazza del Campo) - a unique square-shell, where twice a year is an exciting competition Palio. Previously, the square was a huge market, and later, in the 13-14 centuries, there were built administrative buildings.
Siena also houses one of the oldest universities in Europe, so a cheerful student atmosphere is felt throughout the school year. In addition to the living atmosphere of streets and squares, the city offers its inhabitants and visitors many cultural events, concerts, cinemas, theater performances and a wide range of sports activities. To inspect and get to know the city is not enough for one day, then, no doubt, it's worthwhile to stay longer.
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Cathedral in Siena
Siena Cathedral (Duomo di Sieni) - the main Cathedral of Siena, built in the 12th century, in place of which originally was Roman Castrum. The cathedral is built in the Roman-Gothic style and is one of the most beautiful in Tuscany. Also noteworthy is the basilica of St. Maria (La Basilica di Santa Maria dei Servi), built in the 13th century in the Gothic style.
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