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.
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Fonte Gaia
The jewel of Piazza del Campo in Siena At the top of Piazza del Campo is the city’s most important

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

The relics of St Catherine
The head and finger of the Sienese saint are on display in the Basilica of San Domenico Lapa Piacenti, the

La Madonna del Corvo
One of the most famous and legendary tabernacles in Siena. Strolling through the historic centre of Siena, keeping your eyes

The Hall of Count Chigi
The precious hall of the historic Palazzo Chigi-Saracini in Siena Palazzo Chigi Saracini is a place that embodies music, art

Contrada stables
The stable is a sacred place where the horse is kept during the Palio of Siena. The Palio is four