San Gimignano
It is rises on a hill dominates the Elsa valley. Even from Borgo Poneta it is possible to see its famous towers profile and when you arrive in San Gimignano it cause wonder...
And when you cross the medieval gates, the wonder raises and the city, completely preserved, brings you in a fantastic story during the knight time...
In ancient times the towers were 72, today are 15. They meant powerful and every rich family would built one: the family with the highest tower was the most powerful
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