Certosa di Pontignano

The Certosa di Pontignano follows traditional Carthusian architecture with three main sections: monk cells around a large cloister, lay brothers' quarters, and church areas.

Bindo di Falcone Petroni commissioned the monastery in 1343, which underwent reconstruction after severe damage during a 1554 mercenary attack.

The church contains detailed frescoes from 1579 depicting the lives of Christ and Saint Bruno, along with a wooden choir built by Domenico Atticciati.

The University of Siena manages the complex, offering spaces for academic conferences, study meetings, and events in a historical setting.

The monastery features three distinct cloister gardens, including two grass rectangles and one Renaissance parterre design among olive groves.

Location: Castelnuovo Berardenga

Inception: 14 century

Architectural style: Renaissance architecture

GPS coordinates: 43.36923,11.35981

Latest update: March 3, 2025 13:10