Italy's Underrated 'Little Jerusalem' Is A Picturesque Medieval Village Perched On A Hill

Nov 26, 2024 284

Italy has no shortage of picturesque medieval villages, from a unique Scottish-Italian medieval town to Gangi, which was ranked as one the most beautiful in all of Italy, but there is only one with the title of "Little Jerusalem." In the Tuscan countryside, far away from the hustle and bustle of Florence, Venice, and Rome, lies the enchanting hilltop town of Pitigliano.

Offering a captivating blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, Pitigliano is known as "La Piccola Gerusalemme" or "Little Jerusalem" due to its rich Jewish heritage. With its labyrinth of narrow streets, ancient buildings carved from volcanic rock, and stunning views of the Tuscan landscape, Pitigliano is a place that feels frozen in time — and might very well be one of Italy's best-kept secrets.

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