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Arezzo: explore the city with poggio del Drago!

By gestione|2024-05-13T14:34:40+02:00May 13th, 2024|Around Us, Tourist Informations|

Arezzo, in the heart of Tuscany, is a city with Etruscan roots and a rich history ranging from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. Through a one-day itinerary, you can discover architectural wonders such as the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Donato, which houses priceless works of art such as "La Maddalena" by Piero della Francesca. The Basilica of St. Francis is famous for its frescoes of "The Legend of the True Cross," while the National Museum of Medieval and Modern Art offers an artistic overview from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. Significant areas also include the birthplace of Francesco Petrarca and the House Museum of Giorgio Vasari. Piazza Grande, the heart of Arezzo's social life, hosts historic events such as the Saracen Joust. Concluding with Prato Park, Arezzo offers a complete immersion in Tuscan history, art and culture.

The Cathedral of San Donato: the Cathedral of Arezzo

The Cathedral of San Donato in Arezzo, also known as the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Donato, is an architectural and spiritual jewel that dominates the city from the top of a hill. Its history is rooted in Roman times and intertwined with that of the martyred saints. With a neoclassical façade redone in the early 1900s and an interior that encompasses centuries of art and devotion, the cathedral stands as a time capsule. Inside, the three naves and works of art, including those by Guillaume de Marcillat and Giorgio Vasari, tell stories of faith and beauty. A unique feature is the Ark of San Donato, which holds the remains of the city's patron saint. To visit it is to take a journey through the history, art and spirituality of Arezzo.