Hotel Villa Il Patriarca

Spring getaway in Tuscany

A night in Tuscany

Starry weekend

Gourmet Experience and SPA

Pienza and Montepulciano .. races and competitions

Pienza is the city of "cacio" (cheese!) Pecorino di Pienza is a very tasty cheese, more or less seasoned, made with sheep's milk, very famous and really ... ➔

Pienza

Pienza, located 40 minutes from our hotel, is a small village in the heart of Val d’Orcia, which is definitely worth a visit during your trip to Southern Tuscany.

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Montepulciano and the underground cellars

Montepulciano, just 20 minutes from our hotel, is a medieval town perched on a hill from which you can enjoy a breathtaking view both on the famous Val d'Orcia ... ➔

Cantucci and Vin Santo

Saying NO to dessert is really difficult .. especially if you are in Tuscany! Because it is impossible to give up to the typical Cantucci with Vin Santo!

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Cinta Senese

Only in Siena is it possible to immerse yourself in the ancient flavor of meats and sausages of Cinta Senese, an ancient pig breed that until a few years ago was in danger of extinction ... ➔

The free thermal pools of Bagni San Filippo

Bagni San Filippo is a fraction of the municipality of Castiglione d'Orcia, in the province of Siena and is located within the "Val d'Orcia Natural Artistic and Cultural Park", ... ➔

Theia Thermal Pools

Powered continuously by the thermal water of the Sillene spring, whose beneficial properties were known since the times of the Etruscans and Romans, Theia thermal pools are located in Chianciano Terme, ... ➔

What to do or not to do in the days of the Palio di Siena

For people born in Siena, the days of the Palio are days of celebration but also of great tension, so in certain situations it is better to have a little caution!
Here are some recommendations to better ... ➔

The Palio di Siena

The Palio di Siena is the most famous historical horse race in Italy, but it is not an event organized for tourism purposes: it is the life of the Sienese people over time and in its various aspects and ... ➔

5 reasons to visit Tuscany

If you are planning your next vacation in Italy, surely Tuscany is not to be missed!

5 good reasons to visit our beautiful region:

Breathtaking landscapes ... ➔

Nutrition and sleep

Nutrition and sleep are closely linked: the quality of our sleep is influenced by what we eat.

There are foods that promote sleep and a good rest and others that hinder it, even disturbing our dreams.... ➔

Garlic and its benefits

Garlic is a prodigious bulb and rich in fundamental properties for the health of our body.
Not to mention that in the kitchen it plays a fundamental role in many preparations, which are the basis of many ... ➔