PienzaPienza is a charming village of with more than 2,000 inhabitants, in the province of Siena, and more precisely in the Val d’Orcia.
The region is renowned for its gastronomy, including delicatessen. Several trattorias offer local cuisine. In addition, the historic center has a great artistic value and is classified as a World Heritage by Unesco.
The other main cities of Val d’Orcia are San Quirico d’Orcia and Castiglione d’Orcia.

Most of the artistic heritage of Pienza is situated in its main square with its four major buildings: the cathedral, the communal palace, the Borgia Palace and the Palazzo Piccolomini.

 

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