{"id":21984,"date":"2022-08-18T16:27:24","date_gmt":"2022-08-18T14:27:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/borghi-e-natura\/"},"modified":"2023-08-24T16:09:34","modified_gmt":"2023-08-24T14:09:34","slug":"villages-and-nature","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/en\/villages-and-nature\/","title":{"rendered":"Villages and Nature"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>15 MINUTES FROM THE RELAIS<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-69f4ec5850f52 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h5>Convento dei Frati Passionisti<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>You can visit the chapel of the convent, built in 1737 by San Paolo della Croce. From here, you can admire Orbetello with the Ponente Lagoon and the Tombolo della Giannella. Nearby, you can reach the Monumental Cross, which is 19 meters high, and the highest point of Monte Argentario (Punta Telegrafo), reaching an elevation of 635 meters above sea level. From there, you can enjoy a view of Giglio and Giannutri Islands.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/convento-passionisti-1b-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21425\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/convento-passionisti-1b-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/convento-passionisti-1b-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/convento-passionisti-1b-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/convento-passionisti-1b-370x246.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/convento-passionisti-1b-840x559.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/convento-passionisti-1b-410x273.jpg 410w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/convento-passionisti-1b-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/convento-passionisti-1b.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-69f4ec5851787 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h5>Giannella Beach<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The \u201cGiannella Tombolo\u201d is a strip of land approximately 6 km long, bordered by the Tyrrhenian Sea to the northwest and the Orbetello Lagoon to the southeast. The beach is sandy, and the waters are shallow. In the locality of Saline, near the Albegna River, you can find Spanish fortifications: the Forte delle Saline and the Casale Spagnolo.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-69f4ec5851ac0 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h5>Porto Santo Stefano<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>A charming seaside village with two harbors, one for commercial purposes and one for tourism, from which you can reach Giglio Island and Giannutri Island. It overlooks a bay dominated by fortresses, including the Spanish Fortezza, built between the late 16th century and the early 17th century, which now houses a museum and exhibition space. Along the waterfront, there are various bars and restaurants.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"438\" src=\"https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Porto-Santo-stefano-1024x438.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Porto-Santo-stefano-1024x438.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Porto-Santo-stefano-300x128.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Porto-Santo-stefano-768x329.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Porto-Santo-stefano-1536x657.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Porto-Santo-stefano-370x158.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Porto-Santo-stefano-840x360.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Porto-Santo-stefano-410x175.jpg 410w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Porto-Santo-stefano-600x257.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Porto-Santo-stefano.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>PORTO SANTO STEFANO<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-69f4ec5851fa8 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h5>Orbetello<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The city is located in the center of the homonymous lagoon, which is an important nature reserve managed by the WWF. Among its attractions, there is the Gothic-style Cathedral dedicated to Santa Maria Assunta, the picturesque Diga Bridge that divides two lagoon water bodies and connects Orbetello to the Argentario Promontory, and the \u201cGuzman\u201d gun powder storage, an historic building constructed by the Spanish in 1692, which now houses the Archaeological Museum of Orbetello.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t miss the sunset over the Ponente Lagoon, where the Orbetello Windmill will provide a stunning backdrop for your social media photos. It is the only surviving windmill out of the nine in the area and was built by the people of Siena in the 15th century. In earlier times, the movement of the millstones was powered by the force of the tides. In the 17th century, the mills were restored by the Spanish, with the addition of sail blades that also harnessed the power of the wind. The Orbetello Lagoon is home to various fish species that have become part of the local food chain. A typical specialty is Orbetello bottarga, a Slow Food Presidium, derived from the maturation of the ovarian sacs of the mullet species Mugil cephalus.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-69f4ec58522ce wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h5>Duna Feniglia Nature Reserve<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a 7-kilometer-long sand dune that separates the open sea from the Levante Lagoon of Orbetello. It is an ideal area for running, walking, and cycling in a green environment. The part facing the lagoon is equipped with birdwatching huts, while the part facing the Mediterranean Sea is a mostly free sandy beach with some beach resorts.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"689\" src=\"https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/riserva-feniglia-3-1024x689.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/riserva-feniglia-3-1024x689.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/riserva-feniglia-3-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/riserva-feniglia-3-768x517.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/riserva-feniglia-3-370x249.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/riserva-feniglia-3-840x566.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/riserva-feniglia-3-410x276.jpg 410w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/riserva-feniglia-3-600x404.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/riserva-feniglia-3.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-69f4ec58528f5 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h5>Ansedonia<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This tourist destination is located on a small promontory surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation. It is situated amidst the ruins of the ancient Roman city of \u201cCosa\u201d. The archaeological area is notable for the towers of San Pancrazio, San Biagio, and Torre Puccini. At the foot of the promontory, there is a sandy beach with beach resorts and restaurants along the shore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"621\" src=\"https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-ansedonia-1024x621.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21643\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-ansedonia-1024x621.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-ansedonia-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-ansedonia-768x465.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-ansedonia-1536x931.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-ansedonia-370x224.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-ansedonia-840x509.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-ansedonia-410x248.jpg 410w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-ansedonia-600x364.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-ansedonia.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-69f4ec5852c22 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h5>Porto Ercole<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The historic center is surrounded by the 15th-century senese city walls and boasts the charming Piazza di Santa Barbara, from which you can admire the harbor. The surrounding area is characterized by a series of forts and towers, including Forte Stella, Forte Filippo, Forte Santa Caterina, and the Torre del Mulinaccio. Along the waterfront, there are various bars and restaurants.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"621\" src=\"https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/porto-ercole-1024x621.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21429\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/porto-ercole-1024x621.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/porto-ercole-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/porto-ercole-768x465.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/porto-ercole-1536x931.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/porto-ercole-370x224.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/porto-ercole-840x509.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/porto-ercole-410x248.jpg 410w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/porto-ercole-600x364.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/porto-ercole.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>PORTO ERCOLE<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5>Fortresses<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>On Monte Argentario, there are numerous fortifications dating back to the time of senese and spanish dominations between the 16th and 17th centuries. This historical and landscape heritage of extraordinary value deserves to be preserved and enhanced. There are about twenty towers and fortresses built to guard the coasts of Argentario against pirate raids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Such a large number of military structures is explained by the strategic importance of Argentario, which overlooked the Tyrrhenian Sea halfway between the commercial routes connecting the north and south of the Italian peninsula, bordering the Papal States and the Grand Duchy of Tuscany.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"631\" src=\"https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-fortezze-1024x631.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21645\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-fortezze-1024x631.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-fortezze-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-fortezze-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-fortezze-1536x946.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-fortezze-370x228.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-fortezze-840x518.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-fortezze-410x253.jpg 410w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-fortezze-600x370.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-fortezze.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>30\/45 MINUTES FROM THE RELAIS<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-69f4ec585336e wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h5>Talamone<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The town is located on a rocky promontory overlooking the entire stretch of coastline up to Monte Argentario. It is dominated by the impressive Rocca and features a characteristic harbor that was a stopover for Garibaldi&#8217;s &#8220;Thousand&#8221; expedition and mentioned by Dante in a canto of the Divine Comedy. It is a highly sought-after destination for kite surfing enthusiasts.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-69f4ec5853697 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h5>Magliano in Toscana<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This small medieval-looking village is situated on a hill covered with olive groves and vineyards. The municipal territory is rich in Etruscan settlements and also includes the characteristic locations of Pereta and Montiano, as well as the Monastery of San Bruzio. The historic center is surrounded by a valuable city wall built between the late Middle Ages and the Renaissance period.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-69f4ec58539b7 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h5>Maremma Natural Park (or Uccellina Park)<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Within its 9,800 hectares, you can find the last marshy areas near the mouth of the Ombrone River (which hosts important colonies of marsh birds), some of the most beautiful and unspoiled coastal areas of the Maremma, dense Mediterranean vegetation along the Uccellina Mountains, and vast grassy expanses to the east. To visit the park, you can choose from a variety of seasonal routes on foot, horseback, bicycle, or canoe.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"631\" src=\"https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-parco-naturale-della-maremma-banner-1024x631.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21212\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-parco-naturale-della-maremma-banner-1024x631.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-parco-naturale-della-maremma-banner-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-parco-naturale-della-maremma-banner-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-parco-naturale-della-maremma-banner-1536x946.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-parco-naturale-della-maremma-banner-370x228.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-parco-naturale-della-maremma-banner-840x518.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-parco-naturale-della-maremma-banner-410x253.jpg 410w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-parco-naturale-della-maremma-banner-600x370.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/relais-la-mortella-borghi-e-natura-parco-naturale-della-maremma-banner.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-69f4ec5853e84 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h5>Capalbio<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks to its historical and artistic importance acquired during the Renaissance, this village is sometimes nicknamed &#8220;Little Athens.&#8221; It has received multiple awards for the preservation of its beaches and natural attractions, including the WWF oasis near Lake Burano. From the crenelated tower of the Aldobrandeschi Castle and its walls, you can admire an extraordinarily beautiful panorama. Don&#8217;t miss a guided tour and wine tastings at the Monteverro winery and vineyards.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"688\" src=\"https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Capalbio-2-1024x688.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21430\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Capalbio-2-1024x688.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Capalbio-2-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Capalbio-2-768x516.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Capalbio-2-1536x1031.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Capalbio-2-370x248.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Capalbio-2-840x564.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Capalbio-2-410x275.jpg 410w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Capalbio-2-600x403.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Capalbio-2.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-69f4ec585433b wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h5>Tarot Garden<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>It is an esoteric park featuring statues representing the tarot cards. Located in Garavicchio, near Pescia Fiorentina, it was created by the French-American artist Niki de Saint Phalle. It is open from April 1st to October 15th, from 2:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Online booking is recommended.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tarocchi3-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tarocchi3-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tarocchi3-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tarocchi3-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tarocchi3-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tarocchi3-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tarocchi3-370x278.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tarocchi3-840x630.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tarocchi3-410x308.jpg 410w, https:\/\/www.relaislamortella.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tarocchi3-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-69f4ec585481f wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h5>Scansano<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Scansano is an ancient village located in the hills of Grosseto, renowned worldwide for its fine red wine: Morellino di Scansano. Strolling through the narrow streets of the historic center, you can admire numerous medieval buildings and splendid views of the surrounding countryside. The village is known for its picturesque charm and its wine production, which is deeply rooted in the local tradition.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-69f4ec5854b8c wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h5>Tarquinia<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Tarquinia was one of the oldest and most important Etruscan settlements. It boasts a rich archaeological heritage, including the extensive necropolises, particularly the Monterozzi Necropolis, which houses rock-cut tombs and an extraordinary series of paintings. In the town center, the magnificent Palazzo Vitelleschi, completed in elegant Renaissance style around 1490, serves as the National Museum of Tarquinia, showcasing Etruscan artifacts and art. Tarquinia is a fascinating destination for history and art lovers, offering a glimpse into the ancient Etruscan civilization.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>60 MINUTES FROM THE RELAIS<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-69f4ec5854f36 wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h5>Pitigliano<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Pitigliano is a characteristic village located on a tuff spur, overlooking the green surrounding valleys. It was initially an Etruscan settlement and later came under the rule of various families, including the Aldobrandeschi, Orsini, and Medici. 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