The history of Siena seems painted throughout the city, with each small ally-way revealing hints of its rich past.
The town square - or Campo - lies open for visiting guests to smolder in the harsh Tuscan sun. Experienced travelers take refuge under one of the numerous surrounding cafes.
The central duomo offers its reward only to those willing to climb its harrowing steps: a beautiful palazzo with breathtaking views of the black and white marble façade.
Down any one of a number of side streets and you are likely to find a range of people selling goods or discussing local business.
Some even hope to disappear among the never ending labyrinth of streets.
Basic architecture often borders on the comical.
If at all possible, make it up to higher levels where the city opens up in harmony with lush green tree-tops.
Only by venturing out to the edges of town can one get a sense of enormity that belongs to the outlying Tuscan landscape.
Palazzo Pubblico dates back to the 13th century, when it originally housed the republican government, and the now obsolete, Council of Nine.
At the end of the day, take time to converse with the locals. Not only full of historical tales, they are also known to crack a mean joke.
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