Church of San Bartolomeo in Tresanti
At the center of the delightful village of Tresanti stands the church of San Bartolomeo, a simple and austere 17th century construction in the place where a previous building of worship was located
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Parish church of San Piero in Mercato
The parish church, consecrated in 1057 and probably built before the year 1000, is one of the oldest in the whole Valdelsa and, together with the nearby village of Lucardo, constitutes the original nucleus of the city of Montespertoli.
Parish church of Santa Maria a Coeli Aula
Located on the crest of the hills that separate the Virginio and Orme valleys, the Parish of Coeli Aula has very ancient origins since it is already mentioned in documents of the 9th and 10th century dealing with the alienation of farms located in its territory.
Art experiences
Art experiencesA territory where many artists live and work In this section, which we hope to increase, the artists of Montespertoli are listed who are able to welcome the visitor … Continued
Oratory of Santa Lucia
A walk of extreme interest is that up to the Tenuta Corfecciano-Urbana, which, in addition to including a visit to the cellars, is of particular interest for the beautiful Oratory that surmounts a dense hill of cypresses and flanks the villa.
Ferdinando Guicciardini
Ferdinando Guicciardini played a role of great importance for the entire community of Montespertoli, covering the role of Councilor and Assessor for many years (1873-1906)
Amedeo Bassi
Born in Montespertoli in 1872, he studied singing in Florence and became an influential opera tenor with a solid voice, high note range and incisive phrasing. He took part in numerous opera productions.
Lucardo Castle
Lucardo is probably the oldest settlement in the municipality of Montespertoli. Its name derives from locus arduus but according to other sources it is a derivation of the German Leocard or Liucard.
Montegufoni Castle
Throughout its millenary history we can identify three different configurations for the Montegufoni castle.
OASG – San Giuseppe Astronomical Observatory
OASG - San Giuseppe Astronomical Observatory Observation activity open to the public and astronomical dissemination. Possibility to book dedicated evenings or experiences with Mobile Planetarium. Contacts OASG - San Giuseppe … Continued