History of the city of Siena
Historical background of Siena
Legend has it that the city was founded by Senio, son of Remus, who was killed by his twin brother Romulus. Senio allegedly left Rome with his brother Ascanius because he was persecuted by his uncle Romulus. They found refuge in the Sienese countryside and founded the city. Commemorating the mythological foundation is the depiction of the Sienese She-wolf, which is very present in the city. One only has to walk through the squares or enter some of the buildings to discover how many references are scattered throughout Siena’s old town.
Discover the history of the city of Siena.

Teatro dei Rinnovati
Over seven centuries of history linked to Siena and the Sienese Built in 1343, today’s Teatro dei Rinnovati theatre was

Logge del Papa
A monumental loggia, symbol of the papal power of Pius II The Logge del Papa (Lodges of the Pope) with

Via del Refe Nero
Siena, a city where the Middle ages live on… Severed heads, devils, cages hanging from the walls of buildings… no,

The Sator
A mystery waiting to be solved hidden among the stones of Siena Cathedral If you like to solve mysteries… Siena

Victory flag-waving
The final act of the historical procession of the Palio di Siena. The victory flag-waving is the final act of

Magione Church
Templar mysteries and secrets in one of the oldest churches in Siena. The ‘Poor Fellow-at-Arms of Christ and the Temple