Siena, The City Of The Middle Ages In Tuscany, Italy Royalty-Free Stock Photo

Siena, located in the heart of Tuscany and surrounded by hills, is one of the most beautiful medieval cities in Italy.The fulcrum of the city is the famous Piazza del Campo, with its particular shell shape, where the famous Palio is held, one of the most important events for all the Sienese. The Palio di Siena is a passionate horse race that takes place every year in July and August and its origins seem to date back to the seventeenth century. The Campo is dominated by the red Palazzo Pubblico and its tower, called Torre del Mangia.