** Enjoy the surroundings**
Poggio ai Cieli is situated in a privileged position to visit numberless Tuscan cities of art. Actually it is only 8 kilometres away from San Gimignano, 32 km from Siena, 43 km from Florence, 34 km from Volterra and 80 km from Pisa and Lucca. Also, there are many little charming villages like Certaldo, Colle Val d’Elsa, Monteriggioni or Vinci which are really worth to be seen.
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Tuscany is a region rich in natural products. In San Gimignano, apart from the wine and the extra-virgin olive oil, saffron is to be mentioned. Countless are the cities that became famous because of their wine like Montalcino, Radda, Gaiole and Castellina in Chianti. Pienza is well-known for its cheeses. Soon you will realize that every single village has its own typical product that makes it unique in the world.
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From Poggio ai Cieli as your starting point you may also visit abbeys and convents like those of Monte Oliveto, Passignano, Certosa and San Galgano. You may also go on an excursion to the nearby nature reserve of Castelveccchio or just go for a short trip to the seaside. |
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We will be happy to indicate you where to go horse-riding or to play tennis or golf. Also you can relax at the thermal bath of Gambassi or have fun renting a scooter in San Gimignano. |
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