Montepulciano
The city of Montepulciano as very particular configuration: it is constructed along a geological ridge running down from the highest point.
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The city a very particular configuration: it is constructed along a geological ridge running down from the highest point. Today we find an extremely long main street (about 11 and 1/2 Km) leading from the Porta al Prato through a 60 drop to the Piazza Grande. The houses are organised around this main street ina series of perpendicular short, narrow lanes- often extremely steep. The most important buildings are practically all on the main street, presenting a long procession of facades, almost an "exhibition"of high level architectural design. There have been tho mai periods of architectural significance in Montepulciano, the XVI Century, and those years bridging the XVII and XVIII Centuries.
During the XVI Century the urban development is pratically completed and it was only the nobility who carried out projects for new frontages to boost their personal prestige. The costruction outside the gates of the imposing "Temple of San Biagio, on a projects of Antonio da Sangallo il Vecchio create a "Style" taken up by most of the master builders, it inspires the palaces of the Avignonesi, Cocconi Cervini, Gagnoni-Grugni, Contucci and Tarugi, to mention only the main names to which can be attributed many houses that are considered "minor" in Montepulciano but might well be considered "major" in other places (one remembers the Palazzo Bellarmino, the palazzo which today houses the Scool of Mosaic in Talosa, for its beautiful courtyard). The other period saw the presence and influence of the celebrated architect Fra-Andrea Pozzo, the Jesuit who gave Montepulciano the impossing Church of Jesus with its unusual quasi circular plan, the dining salon of the Palazzo Contucci whith its perpective effects, and numerous interiors which he reorganised.
Santa Chiara outside the walls and, above all the church of Santa Maria are examples of sobre and graceful late baroque style. Another group of buildings exemplify a late 11 th Century tendency of particular relevance. The Cathedral and its interior, the monumentality of which is found- uniquely- in the play of line and form- by Ippolito Scalza from Orvieto (1532-1617) to whom the Loggie delle Erbe and the church of the Madonna delle Grazie are traditionally attributed.
We have deliberately left to last, two 15 th Century buildings, the Palazzo Comunale inspired by the Palazzo della Signoria in Florence and the church of San Augustino in which we find humanistic and late gothic elements- both work by Michelozzo Bortolomeo, and lastly the Temple of San Biagio, an imposing sanctuary on a centered Greek plan, it's facade flanked by tho bell-towers (one unfinisched) and a perfect dome, a direct assumption of Renaissance architectural theory and perhaps the major work of Antonio da Samgallo the Elder, and the ideal source of inspiration for the new church of St Peters in the vatican of Sangallo the Younger.
The surrounding territory of the Council of Montepulciano cannot match the architectural treasures of the capital, but the little town of Valiano, situated on a hilltop beyond the master canal of the Chiana, nevertheless has its particular fascination, a splendid panorama over Valdichiana to the west and the hills of the Cortonese to the east. The two hills of Totona which face Montepulciano, and the Cappuccini, a short distance to the south, and covered with woodland, offer walks and climbs in varied and attractive landscape.
Montepulciano: discover the surroundings
Accommodations in the area
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- Montepulciano (Siena)
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3 km from Montepulciano
Agriturismo le Caggiole
Immersed in the verdant countryside around the noble town of Montepulciano, that boasts ancient Etruscan origins, Le Caggiole Estate is perfectly located for exploring Tuscany's most prized treasures.
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In a relaxing and cosy atmosphere uests are offered three comfortable, quiet double rooms with private bathrooms and two comfortable apartments for two persons and for small family groups. -
- Cortona (Arezzo)
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32 km from Montepulciano
Rocca di Pierle
Set within the green hills of Tuscany, a few kilometers away from the old Etruscan town of Cortona farmhouse Rocca di Pierle is the perfect place to find peace and tranquility in contact with the pace of nature.
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Completely renovated Tuscan farmhouse with 3 rustic-style apartments. For groups possibilities to rent the whole villa. -
- Siena (Siena)
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47 km from Montepulciano
Agriturismo Marciano
Agriturimo Marciano : an exlusive opportunity, two holidays at the place of only one. stay in the country and life downtown. Marciano is located near the walls of the Middle Age town of Siena.
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Five confortable double rooms and a suite with a beautiful sight on the Siena Duomo -
- Greve in Chianti (Florence)
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62 km from Montepulciano
Villa Chianti 7 beds
Villa Chianti is a private villa for rent in Chianti area with pool and garden that can accommodate up to 7 people.
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An oasis of peace and tranquility with views of the Chianti valleys not far from the main tourist attractions of Tuscany. -
- Bagno a Ripoli (Florence)
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67 km from Montepulciano
Villa Valdarno 12 beds
Villa Valdarno is a typical Tuscan farmhouse located in a secluded and peaceful area in the heart of the Tuscan countryside, among vineyards and olive groves, and enjoys a privileged panoramic view of the Florentine Valdarno.
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The ideal solution for groups of friends or acquaintances who wish to spend their holidays in Tuscany with the comforts of a detached villa with swimming pool and large garden. -
- Colle Val D'Elsa (Siena)
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68 km from Montepulciano
La Pieve
La Pieve, charming farmhouse located on the hills of Val d'Elsa, between Volterra and San Gimignano, along the Via Francigena, in the heart of the Tuscan countryside, with its luxuriant nature and rich history.
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Framed by olive trees and a wood, it fosters a direct dialogue with nature in complete relaxation where they contemplate and enjoy the stillness in private and unique spaces. -
- San Gimignano (Siena)
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72 km from Montepulciano
Agriturismo la Lucciolaia
In the vicinity of the medieval centre of San Gimignano, nestled in the rolling hills of the gorgeous Tuscan countryside, Agriturismo La Lucciolaia is perfectly located for exploring Tuscany's most prized art towns.
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This ancient farmhouse has been recently renovated and divided into eleven double rooms and two Suites, where the magic atmosphere of past times is perfectly blended with modern comforts. -
- San Gimignano (Siena)
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73 km from Montepulciano
Agriturismo Villa il Palagetto
Agriturismo Villa il Palagetto located in the vicinity of the medieval centre of San Gimignano, nestled in the rolling hills of the gorgeous Tuscan countryside.
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Provides comfortable accommodation in 6 double bedrooms and two Suites -
- San Gimignano (Siena)
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78 km from Montepulciano
Agriturismo Cesani
Azienda Agricola Biologica Cesani is an organic farm nestled in the rolling hills of the Tuscan countryside, in the tiny country hamlet of Pancole, 6 km to the medieval town of San Gimignano.
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Azienda Agricola Biologica Cesani is an organic farm nestled in the rolling hills of the Tuscan countryside, in the tiny country hamlet of Pancole, 6 km to the medieval town of San Gimignano. -
- Firenze (Florence)
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85 km from Montepulciano
Marignolle relais & charme
The charming Marignolle Relais & Charme, nestled the hills of Florence, is the ideal solution for those who want a place of excellence and relaxation and love peace and privacy without the amenities of a luxury hotel.
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Marignolle Relais & Charme is especially appreciated by travelers looking for style and tradition by offering deluxe rooms or junior suites in a refined, with superior comforts and impeccable services that make this relais an excellence of Florence. -
- Castiglione della Pescaia (Grosseto)
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86 km from Montepulciano
Villa Roccamare Castiglione della Pescaia 12 beds
Beautiful and characteristic villa with stone finishes located in the exclusive Roccamare area in Castiglione della Pescaia.
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Surrounded by the green of the pine forest and the total privacy with 2000 sqm park equipped with relaxation area and barbecue is located about 400 meters from the sea and has a private beach. -
- Castiglione della Pescaia (Grosseto)
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90 km from Montepulciano
Villa Punta Ala 9 beds pool
Beautiful villa with swimming pool surrounded by greenery and tranquility of the exclusive tourist destination Punta Ala and small attic used as service personnel only 300 meters from the sea of Tuscany.
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This ideal solution for those who want to spend their holidays near the beautiful sea of Punta Ala with the comforts of an exclusive villa. -
- Lucca (Lucca)
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134 km from Montepulciano
Historic Villa Lucca 12 beds pool
Historic villa 14 km from the center of Lucca immersed in the green of the Tuscan vineyards and olive groves, it has a private swimming pool and a large park.
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Set on 350 square meters in a dominant position offers a unique view of the hills of Tuscany. -
- Massarosa (Lucca)
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144 km from Montepulciano
Stone Farmhouse Massarosa 8 beds pool
Stone farmhouse in typical Tuscan style skilfully and elegantly renovated in a dominant position on the hills of Massarosa with spectacular views that reach the sea of Tuscany. The farmhouse has a swimming pool with whirlpool.
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Perfect solution for those that search the real authentic Tuscany staying in the hills but not far from the Versilia sea. -
- Viareggio (Lucca)
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146 km from Montepulciano
Villa Torre del Lago 5 beds
Typical Tuscan farmhouse for rent in Torre del Lago, Massaciuccoli area with 3 bedrooms and 5 beds, just 1 km from the Tuscany coast.
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Ideal solution for small groups or families looking for a villa for rent not far from the sea in a context of absolute privacy.
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