Porta Ovile, Medieval city gate in Siena, Italy.
The Porta Ovile, constructed entirely of brick, features a solid rampart and connects Via di Vallerozzi with Via Simone Martini streets in Siena.
Built in 1246, the gate underwent fortification in 1251 as a defense measure against potential attacks from Florence during the medieval period.
The interior wall displays a 14th-century fresco by Sano di Pietro depicting Madonna and Child between Saints Ansano and Bernardino with angels.
The gate serves as an entrance point to the Franciscan Convento dell'Osservanza and is accessible through multiple bus routes including 002, 005, and 032.
During the 1554 siege of Siena, authorities temporarily sealed the gate, and it later sustained damage from an earthquake in 1798.
Location: Siena
GPS coordinates: 43.32375,11.33303
Latest update: November 2, 2025 20:40
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