What to do in Pienza: 5 very good reasons for a visit

The main church of Pienza

Pienza, known as the Ideal City, is located in the scenic Val d’Orcia between Montepulciano and Montalcino. It is about an hour south of Siena and very much worth the drive through the famous wine country and rolling Tuscan hills. Pope Pius II, transformed his hometown of Corsignano into Pienza, an expression of Renaissance architectural perfection. UNESCO even gave it the title of world heritage site. Pienza is without a doubt one of the best towns to visit in Tuscany.

Here are a 5 very good reasons to visit Pienza.

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