Siena's Iconic Frescoes: Lorenzetti's Good and Bad Government Virtual Tour

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Step into the heart of Siena and discover the profound beauty and political insight of Ambrogio Lorenzetti's iconic frescoes: The Allegory of Good and Bad Government. Housed in the historic Palazzo Pubblico, these breathtaking works of art are among the most significant civic frescoes in history, offering a rare glimpse into the values and challenges of 14th-century Italy.
Our expert guide Patrizia will lead you virtually through the Sala dei Nove, where Lorenzetti's masterpieces stretch across the walls, portraying the contrasting effects of good and bad governance on the city and countryside. As you explore this extraordinary visual narrative, you'll gain a deeper understanding of Siena's republican ideals and the role these frescoes played in shaping the political landscape of the time.
This virtual tour will transport you back to a period of intense cultural and political activity, uncovering the hidden symbolism and rich details that make these frescoes so unique. Whether you're an art lover, history enthusiast, or curious traveler, this is a journey into the heart of Siena you won't want to miss!
HOW TO JOIN:
The tour will be hosted on Zoom. To register, you are required to enter your full name (first and last name).After the registration, you will receive via email a personal link to access the virtual event. To protect your privacy, your camera will be disabled during the event.
The tour will last approximately 1 hour. At the end of the tour you will be given the chance to interact and make questions just like a live tour. The tour takes place in English!
PRICE: How much does the virtual tour cost?
Our virtual tours are tip-based and not free, they rely entirely on contributions from participants. This means we do not impose a fixed ticket price to join. Every participant is welcome to take part in the tour and decide how much to contribute based on their satisfaction and personal budget. You can leave a tip here: https://nextstop-italy.com/donation/
❗Please note❗: To ensure the sustainability of the project, we regularly monitor the donations received, based on participation in previous tours, and, if necessary, we may apply participation limits or suspend accounts.This is essential to maintain the quality of our tours, ensure fairness, and continue rewarding the valuable work of our guides.
Can’t watch our virtual tour live due to the time zone or are you unable to join us live? Register at the virtual tour and we will send you the recording hence you can watch it in your own time! Recordings are also tip-based, as they support our cultural project and the work of our guides.
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