Significant because of historical and cultural attractions and interesting because of the unique landscapes, fantastic food and wine, Tuscany is the ideal destination for art lovers who like to enjoy at slow rhythm of countryside and wine tourism. Northwest of Siena and southwest of Florence is charming small town of San Gimignano. It is more than obvious that it was one of the most beautiful places in Europe that has attracted romantics from all over the world.
It is, a small Italian town in Tuscany famous for its 14 stone towers for which it received the strange nickname medieval Manhattan. Towers have been commissioned by a wealthy family that governed the city. They wanted to show their status and wealth. Some of the towers in the city of San Gimignano were high up to 50 meters. But by law, none of the towers was not allowed to be taller than the tower Torre della Rognosa.
San Gimignano developed around two main squares, Piazza della Cisterna and Piazza del Duomo. The most popular market in the place is the triangular shaped Piazza della Cisterna, which has a well in the center. That is a market place where are hosts various events and festivals throughout the year. Piazza del Duomo is the place where you will find the majority of public and private monuments. This market has been the center of political and religious life in the Middle Ages.
San Gimignano is also famous for its wine made from grapes from the surrounding vineyards. Vernaccia di San Gimignano today is recognized as one of the best Italian white wines.
If you decide to explore the city of San Gimignano, you will experience and feel the different traditions and way of life. It is good to know that San Gimignano is an area of great historical importance protected and placed under the World Heritage by UNESCO.
