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| Cathedral - Massa Marittima |
Lying on a panoramic hill, the historical town centre of Massa Marittima, enclosed within a well-preserved city wall, represents one of the most important urban and architectural complexes in Tuscany. The town is located in southern Tuscany, in the province of Grosseto, in the area called Maremma. Narrow streets climb up and down the hill, leading to a magical place where a harmony of lines welcomes today’s visitor, leaving him to breathlessly admire shapes and colours that have no limits in time. They are reunited in one atmosphere, the piazza, all of the buildings necessary for the public life of a city of Communal times (XIII century): the cathedral, Palazzo della Podestà , the Town Hall, the Market Place, and a little further on the Mint and the public Fountain. In the high town, built in the period of Siennese domination, the mighty fortress with the Clock Tower was raised. As well as the historical-monumental heritage and the museums it is also possible to enjoy an articulated series of touring opportunities, from trekking to cycling, and horse riding. |
| Balestro del Girifalco |
To the tourist are dedicated two important appointments in Massa Marittima: the Opera in Piazza and the Girifalco Crossbow Competition.
The Balestro del Girifalco is the most important historical re-enactment of the Maremma, and consists of a fascinating contest of skill in marksmanship using the crossbow. In 1959 it was decided that this ancient tradition, which was lost over time and had roots since 1200, be restored.
Lirica in Piazza is the yearly appointment (early August) for open air Opera performances on the main square in Massa Marittima in front of the cathedral.
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