Would you believe we managed to catch some open air opera- as there was some summer festival on throughout our stay.
Towers...
and more towers!
Some of the medieval towers of San Gimigano- apparently there was over 100 at one time! (a tower was a status symbol) The town remains very medieval due to building ban which came into force in the 1600's,as it was felt that the town was a rival power base to nearby Sienna. Subsequently the town has a great medieval atmosphere.
Lots of eating of pasta-all our home catering in Italian style of pasta and salad with great tasting tomatoes, olive oil and fresh produce (with Gimigano in the background). Lots of long blue hot days as well which required a dip in the pool each mid afternoon. Quite a contrast in weather to the rest of Europe which was under torrential rains.
Casa Claudia Villa- what a GREAT spot- with views of the San Gimigano each night.
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