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Human Bones at the Hermitage of San Galgano

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Human Bones at the Hermitage of San Galgano

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Human Bones at the Hermitage of San Galgano

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  • Location: Chiusdino, Siena, Tuscany, Italy

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    September 27, 2025

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    Visiting the hermitage of San Galgano, you'll also notice some human bones. According to tradition, these belong to one of the three "envious men" who, in 1181, in San Galgano's absence, attempted to break the sword in the stone. As punishment, his arms were torn to pieces by wolves, friends of the Saint. Radioactive dating has established that the bones date to the 12th century.
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    San Galgano – Montesiepi Hermitage loop from Hapimag Parkplatz P1

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    Location: Chiusdino, Siena, Tuscany, Italy

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