Neighborhood
Monticchiello
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Monticchiello is a picturesque fortified village perched on a hilltop in the Val d'Orcia, a short drive from Montepulciano. Its complete ring of medieval walls, narrow alleys, and stone houses create a timeless atmosphere. The village is particularly known for the 'Teatro Povero' (Poor Theatre), a community-run event held each summer in the main piazza, where locals perform original plays about rural life. Visitors can walk the ramparts, visit the Romanesque church of San Leonardo, and enjoy sweeping views of the surrounding countryside. Monticchiello offers a genuine slice of Tuscan village life.
Don't miss
- Intact medieval walls and defensive towers
- Teatro Povero summer performances in the piazza
- Church of San Leonardo with its Romanesque features
- Panoramic views of the Val d'Orcia from the walls
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