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Points of Interest

History

Thanks to its particularly favorable microclimate and the presence of natural resources, the territory of Monteferrato Protected Area has been an ideal place for human settlements and productive activities since ancient times.

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Art

According to the census that was made, the historical-artistic heritage of the area is particularly rich and includes much more than the 36 catalogued places of interest, confirming the richness and value of "historical casket" of Monteferrato Protected Area. As a matter of fact, the area is scattered with historical, artistic, and architectural evidences.

Rocca of Montemurlo and Religious Buildings
Rocca of Montemurlo Abbey of San Salvatore Mausoleum of Malaparte
Monastery in Galceti Pieve di San Pietro (Figline) Church of S. Pietro (Albiano)
Church of S. Michele (Cerreto) Church of S. Lucia Church of S. Miniato (Popigliano)

The Villas of the Protected Area
Villa Vai Mulinaccio Villa Fiorelli Villa del Barone
Villa Strozzi Fattoria di Javello Villa Focanti
Villa da Filicaia Villa Vay Geppi now Ciabatti Villa de Le Sacca

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