Chianciano Terme Attractions
Chianciano Terme, a leading spa, lies 10km/6mi northwest of Chiusi in a region of gentle hills in southeastern Tuscany which is bounded on the west by the Val di Chiana.
History
There was a settlement here in Etruscan times, and it is likely that the healing powers of the springs were already known in these early days. Horace mentions them by name, and objects of the Roman period have been found in the basin of the spring now known as the Acqua di Sillene. During the Middle Ages the waters of Chianciano were so highly prized that Orvieto, Siena and Montepulciano contended for possession of the town. It was only at the beginning of the 20th century that the development of Chianciano into a major spa began.
History
There was a settlement here in Etruscan times, and it is likely that the healing powers of the springs were already known in these early days. Horace mentions them by name, and objects of the Roman period have been found in the basin of the spring now known as the Acqua di Sillene. During the Middle Ages the waters of Chianciano were so highly prized that Orvieto, Siena and Montepulciano contended for possession of the town. It was only at the beginning of the 20th century that the development of Chianciano into a major spa began.
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The Spa
This prominent spa area, with water originating from three springs, is known for its healing properties.
Old Town
To the north of the spa area of Chianciano Terme is the old medieval town, still partly surrounded by walls. Features of interest are the Museo d'Arte Sacra (Museum of Sacred Art; mainly works of the 14th and 15th centuries), housed in the old Palazzo dell'Arcipretura, and the Palazzo del Podestà (13th century), the facade of which is decorated with 15th and 16th century coat of arms.
