San Casciano in Val di Pesa, Medieval commune in Tuscany, Italy
San Casciano in Val di Pesa is a Tuscan commune located southwest of Florence and surrounded by fourteenth-century walls with towers and gates. The position offers views across the Chianti wine region and the rolling hills beyond.
The settlement developed from a Roman post-stage called Decimo into a fortified town during the late 14th century. This transformation reflected Florence's medieval expansion into the surrounding territories.
The Museo Giuliano Ghelli holds regional artworks from medieval times and offers insight into the artistic traditions of the area. The collection reflects how art shaped the identity of this Tuscan community.
The town center has numerous restaurants and shops along the main streets where you can find traditional Tuscan food. The compact old town is easy to explore on foot, and parking is usually available outside the old walls.
A former concrete water tower stands in the center and has been converted into an art exhibition space. From the top, visitors can see across the surrounding landscape and toward distant horizons.
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