Pitigliano

Probably the most famous village in Maremma, Pitigliano. It appears as a place straight out of a fairy tale.

At night, lights hidden by wisterias illuminate the tuff rock, and it’s truly hard to tell where nature ends and human touch begins.

The origins of Pitigliano date back to over 3,500 years ago according to legend, which tells that two young thieves, Petilio and Celiano, having fled from Rome after stealing the Statue of Jupiter, took refuge in this area of the wild Maremma.

Today, the town is a characteristic collection of hidden alleys, panoramic viewpoints for breathtaking photos, and fascinating museums. And characteristic little shops.

Source: www.pitigliano.org

DA NON PERDERE:

Duomo

This medieval cathedral is one of the most beautiful in Maremma.

Look for the statues of the two saints to whom the church is dedicated, Saints Peter and Paul, on the facade.

Palazzo Orsini

The first thing one encounters upon arriving in Pitigliano is its fortress, protecting the only exposed side of the city.

The lords who ruled Pitigliano transformed the building into a luxury palace; today, the palace houses the Archaeological Museum and the Diocesan Museum, the latter of which contains objects and sacred vestments.

Ghetto Ebraico

Throughout the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, Pitigliano welcomed a large Jewish community, which is why the town was nicknamed "Little Jerusalem".

The Jewish community of Pitigliano no longer exists today, but the Jewish quarter still houses homes and shops, and has been transformed into a sort of open-air museum, also thanks to the presence of a Synagogue.

Chiesa di San Rocco

It is the most beloved church by the inhabitants of Pitigliano, the small Church of San Rocco is the oldest in the town.

The church displays the coat of arms of the Orsini Counts and inside it preserves the coats of arms of the noble families and of the Bishops who financed the construction of the sacred building.