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A small village that houses the Madonna del Parto, work will be carried out in the historic center between 2025 and 2026, and has no bars or restaurants.

Sunset at Piazza Grande

Arezzo: Art and History in Tuscany Arezzo's narrow streets transported me back in time. Ancient walls told tales of the Etruscans and Romans. In the Piazza Grande, millennia merged into a unique experience. Arezzo is a cultural gem in the heart of Tuscany. With 100,000 inhabitants, the city retains its medieval charm. Etruscan roots and Roman influences shape the cityscape. The city has witnessed many wars and upheavals. Founded by the Etruscans and later conquered by the Romans, Arezzo became an important trading center. Arezzo's eventful history makes it a fascinating travel destination. Visitors experience a rich past and cultural diversity here. Text / Source: Toskanaitalien.de, your website about Tuscany https://www.toskanaitalien.de/arezzo/#:~:text=Arezzo%20is%20a%20cultural%20jewel%20in%20the%20heart%20of%20Tuscany.,cityscape.%20The%20city%20experienced%20many%20wars%20and%20changes.

The Piazza Grande, Arezzo In 1200, the Piazza Grande in Arezzo was still unpaved and stretched from the Red Tower of the Palazzo Comunale on Via Pellicceria to the Borgunto and eastward to the Palazzo del Popolo. At that time, the square was twice its current size and surrounded by the towers of the old noble families. However, the destructive work of Cosimo de' Medici, who transformed the city into a fortress, led to the demolition of many historic buildings and even the burial of the ancient Roman forum. This necessitated a restoration project, including the construction of the loggias, which was entrusted to Giorgio Vasari. Vasari began work in 1572 but died the following year. The work was completed according to the original design under the supervision of Alfonso Parigi. The loggias feature architectural ornamentation in sandstone typical of Arezzo, while the column bases are made of Rapolano travertine, the same material used for the staircase of the Palazzo della Fraternita. The portico is covered with cross vaults, and the windows are surmounted by tympana with classical frames. Text / Source: L'Ortica - Director Gino Perticai || Arezzo City Council Press Office https://www.lortica.it/2024/08/23/piazza-grande-di-arezzo-storia-architettura-e-altre-curiosita-dal-medioevo-al-rinascimento/

The savings were probably invested in stones ☺️ The savings bank was founded in 1855 with a papal signature from Pope Pius IX.

The village is particularly known for the Madonna del Parto, the famous fresco by Piero della Francesca painted between 1455 and 1465.

A picturesque village that is definitely worth a stop, it comes alive during the renowned Polenta festival which takes place in October.

Once called piazza "di sopra" to distinguish it from the other important piazza (Venanzio Gabriotti), formerly Palazzo del Podestà and now Magistrates' Court.