San Gimignano

Today we went to San Gimignano, also know as the city of fine towers. Affectionately called the "Manhattan" of Italy by the locals, the walled off city is dotted by 14 distinct towers. In ancient Italy rich families would vie for power and influence in the city. As a show of wealth,
The towers were built as homes for these families; the tallest of these towers being Tower Grossa. The town also contains a beautiful church, and an extraordinary view of the valley below.