MANCIANO.

Manciano sees its territory extend over a large part of the Maremma lands. in every direction you can turn your gaze, from Amiata to Argentario to the islands of the Archipelago. In the center stands the Cassero, a mighty 12th-century building, which, since the time of the Grand Duchy, has been the seat of the town hall.

Etruscan and Roman remains are also found in the territory of Manciano, such as at Poggio Murella, Poggio Capanne or the Puntone necropolis, with about forty tombs, dating from the period from the 7th to the 5th century BC. C.

To call Manciano’s hamlets hamlets is reductive: each is unique and always worthy of a passionate visit. Montemerano, for example, with its Castle Square and fairy-tale atmosphere, is known throughout the world. Its distinctly medieval character shrouds it in mystery and makes it one of “The Most Beautiful Villages in Italy.” It is worth mentioning, then, Marsiliana, an ancient Etruscan town, where today it is possible to visit, in the Corsini Estate, the Farm Museum, an exhibition made up of those tools, furniture and clothing that illustrate farm life in the 19th century.

Among Manciano’s most characteristic events is the Palio delle Botti, which takes place on the last weekend of August. The race, preceded by a historical procession, consists of pushing a barrel full of water along the downtown streets. In September, the Festa delle Cantine (Wineries Festival) is held, with food and wine tours to discover the Tuscan tradition, where the star of the show is, of course, locally produced wine.