Archive for July 2012
TAROT GARDEN, CAPALBIO (GR)
The Tarot Garden is an art park developed in the late seventies by the French artist Niki de Saint Phalle, populated by statues inspired by the shapes of the Tarots. Definitely inspired by the beautiful park Guell in Barcelona, Niki de Saint Phalle, with this fantastic garden, realizes the magical and spiritual dream of her life, to create giant sculptures, high around 12/15 meters, full of symbolic and esoteric meanings. Glittering sculptures, which seem to come from a storybook, built of steel and concrete, covered with mosaics in fine glass and ceramics. Many, from all over the world have already traveled this path of imagination, a place where not only nature and art meet, but that also remains suspended without space or time … ..
The park is located on the southern side of the Garavicchio hill near Pescia Fiorentina, an hamlet close to Capalbio (GR). It is about 1 ½ hours from Siena and being located between the coastal road and inland hills, it is perfect solution for those who want to spend a pleasant day taking a nice break from the beach.
The park is open every day until October 15th from 2:30 p.m to 7:30 p.m.
For more information contact Hotel Borgo Grondaie
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Giostra dell’Orso ( Bear Joust) – Pistoia, July, 25th, 2012.
On July ,25th, the traditional Bear Tournament will take place in Pistoia, near Siena ( about 1 hour and a half by car).
You will enjoy historical parades, flags, drums,and finally the exciting tournament in Piazza del Duomo ( Duomo Square ).
The tournament is played among the horsemen who represent thr four districts of town ( Dragon, Gold Lion, White Deer and Griffon ).
The Knights, two by two, run galopping around the perimeter of the square to reach the target to hit ( a shape of a bear ).
Specifc scores are assigned, from time to time, and at the end of the tournament, the district with the best score will be the winner.
Moreover, the best Knight will have the title of ” Cavalier Speron d’oro di Pistoia e Contado” ( Golden Spur of Pistoia).
For more information contact Hotel Siena Borgo Grondaie
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“PETRIOLO” THERMAL BATHS
Thermal baths in Petriolo, already popular in Roman times, are immersed in the Natural Reserve of the Basso Merse, 30 km from Siena, in an oasis of peace situated among woods and hills, a unique setting where nature and pleasure meet.
The thermal waters of Petriolo spring to +43 ° C from the source located on the bank of the river Farma. The composition of the water contains a high concentration of hydrogen sulfide mixed with carbon dioxide, calcium, fluoride, chloride ions, sulfate and hydrogen carbonate. Thanks to these components the thermal water of pools helps to prevent and treat different diseases by acting positively on bones, skin and on the breathing apparatus.
In addition to the classic mud-bath therapy, Petriolo also has a spa where you can get relaxing or invigorating massages. These thermal establishments don’t belong to any hotel, so they are accessible to all.
They are open every day, however, considering the increased turnout over the weekend due to the presence of local residents or other guests, we recommend going to the spa during the weekdays from Monday to Friday.
For more information contact Hotel Borgo Grondaie.
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San Gimignano Events – July 2012
San Gimignano, the medieval city of towers near Siena, becomes a wonderful setting for numerous events to be held in July.
Here are the most important:
• On Friday, July 13th: 13th anniversary of the wine road Vernaccia di San Gimignano (wine and local products tasting).
Piazza Delle Erbe from 17 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• On Friday, July 27th : Aida. Piazza Duomo. At 09:15 p.m.
• On Saturday, July 28th: Pino Daniele in concert “La Grande Madre Tour”. Piazza Duomo. At 09:30 p.m.
• On Sunday, July 29th : Carmina Burana “Cantata Scenica”. Piazza Duomo. At 21:15.
• On Monday, July 30th : Giorgia in concert “Dietro le Apparenze”. Piazza Duomo. At 21:30.
For more information contact Hotel Siena Borgo Grondaie .
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July,12th Tournament of Crossbow – BAGNI DI LUCCA (LUCCA)
Historical Celebration in Bagni di Lucca.
In 1169 the government of Lucca decided to establish a group of Archers in defense of the city.
In 1443 it was organized the first tournament of the crossbow that is still played every year in honor of the Feast of San Paolino.
There will be competitions, historical parades, a medieval market and delicious tastings of typical products.
For more information about the program please contact Siena Hotel Borgo Grondaie.
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