On the map is marked: Top San Gimignano Pictures - Built on a hill and surrounded by walls, the Etruscan town of San Gimignano had his great growing during medieval times. San Gimignano is famous for its fourteen towers, and its nickname “Manhattan of Middle Ages”. The town is located 30 minutes from Siena. On the map is marked: San Gimignano Towers - The towers of San Gimignano are the town’s symbol. With its 54 metres Torre Grossa is the highest tower, it’s located near the Duomo (cathedral). On the map is marked: Streets and Doors - To Stroll amongst the ancient houses along pedestrian streets is one of best ways to discover the medieval charm of San Gimignano. On the map is marked: Traditional Medieval Town - The town has been divided in four contrade (subdivisions) since medieval times, they are Piazza, Castello, San Matteo and San Giovanni. Each contrada has its own color and the town is full of colored flags which represent the contrade according with the medieval traditions.
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