Asciano, ItalySource: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:AscianoPanorama.JPG
Author: LigaDue
Asciano is a hill town in the province of Siena, in the region of
Tuscany, in
Italy. It covers 215.6 sq km (83.2 sq mi) and has a population of 7,000 people (2012 estimate).
The history of Asciano goes back to the time of the Etruscans in the 5th century BC. They were later replaced by the Romans, who in turn were replaced by the Lombards. In 1351, the Sienese erected its city walls. Some of its churches date from this period.
Santa Maria di Monte Oliveto Maggiore, AscianoSource: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:MonteOlivieto_.jpg
Author: Adrian Michael
Asciano
Take the A1 expressway out of Rome. At Bettolle, continue west on Raccordo Siena-Bettolle. Exit the highway at Serre di Rapolano, then continue in a southwest direction on route SP26 until you reach Asciano.
Places of Interest in Asciano
- Basilica of Sant'Agata
- Casa del Fascio
- Museo d'Arte Sacra
- Santa Maria di Monte Oliveto Maggiore
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