After a succession of restorations, it was fully restored and opened to the public in 1995. A security guard opened the large iron gate and guided us inside. The interior design and furnishings are a duplication of the original. Fragments of plaster friezes on the rear wall are the only remains of the original baroque structure. Below the homes in Pitigliano there is an authentic underground city of interconnecting tunnels, ancient wells at various levels and remains of Etruscan tombs.
Every house has a basement that served three purposes - wood store, store room and wine cellar.
To visit one of those wine cellars is to gain entrance to the subterranean world. Capisotto, at the westernmost point, is the oldest part of town with the largest and most beautiful wine cellars and interesting Etruscan remains and walls. These lovely people were extremely helpful in enabling us to have a quality visit. Locanda Il Tufo Rosa, located above the tourist office, with beautiful, individually designed rooms with ensuite bathrooms. Send an email for further information.