If Roma receives an Ohhh! upon arrival, Siena is a welcome Ahhh! Here is the view from our room:
This small town is a welcome relief from the hustle and bustle of Rome. We have walked around and fallen instantly in love. This is the Piazza del Campo, the heart of town. Can you spot Jim? We sat here for quite a while, and decided it is sort of like sitting on the beach--comfy, warm and communal.
At a neighborhood bakery, we found these little gems called Baci di Dama. I will spend the rest of my life trying to recreate them.
The Duomo in Siena is beautiful. The ceiling is done in my favorite motif, a deep blue background with golden star overlay.
Like every good Duomo, the one in Siena has a Panorama. It was worth the climb to see this view:
We ate well in Siena and were able to snag a table at Antica Osteria Da Divo, the hottest ticket in town. Jim was very pleased with his meal and even walked out with a souvenir menu.
We highly recommend the Palazzo Ravizza in Siena. Nathalie was most helpful in arranging a comfortable stay for us. She was a warm and friendly host.
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