In the mid 1400's, the village acquired from Sir Jacopo Bichi descendents from a well to do family in Siena. Several centuries passed and residents wanted to discover the ancient vocation of the village and, after much attention and scrupulous restoration, they recreated an enchanting place . And for those still unsatisfied there is also a natural terrace with a panorama of Siena, that seems to place the city of the Palio within hands reach. It is obvious from the start that La Canonica is a magical and unique place. It is easy to reserve a few nights get away at La Canonica.
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Just two passes from Siena , immersed in the unmistakeable landscape, La Canonica is also the ideal departing point to discover the region. A few kilometers from Montalcino , where the famous Brunello wine comes from, it should be the first place one goes for tastings. There is also Pienza , an exemplary city, born out of the most creative minds of the rennaissance. Sant'Antimo , with its small community of monks that still recite the Gregorian Chant, and The Abbey of Monte Uliveto are both religious sites well worth visiting. The mountains are also not very far.