Orciano Pisano

IN THE HEART OF TUSCANY

Orciano Pisano it is located between the hills of the Monti Pisani, only a few steps from the coast overlooking the Ligurian Sea.

The village grew around the Castle built in the 8th century according to some witnesses. Initially Orciano pisano was a fief, but following the medieval battles came under the Dominion of Florence.

Chiesa di San Michele, dating back to the 18th century and later restored, it preserves works of art from the high artistic value. A polychrome marble altar and a copy of an oil painting San Michele Arcangelo di Raffaello, the famous Renaissance painter.

 

Traditions and typical products

In Orciano Pisano , and in the surrounding districts you can find eateries that offer typical Tuscan dishes. Tasty meat dishes, accompanied by red wine Chianti Colline Pisane DOCG.

 

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