What goods is Siena Italy known for?

From household items such as candles, hand-painted pottery and majolica, to clothing products - loom-woven knitwear and hand-woven silk scarves – there is a choice of things, ranging from different styles and peculiarities. This itinerary will allow you to discover Siena through its various forms of handicraft works.



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Italy is known throughout the world for its flair for fashion and design, and you can visit some of the most unique and memorable shops during your stay in Siena. You can find boutiques for clothing, shoes, gourmet food products, wine, housewares, framed art, artigianal paper, bookshops, and many other specialty items.

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The main shopping street is Via Banchi di Sopra, where you will find a variety of boutiques especially clothes, bags and shoe shops. Via Pantaneto also have some decent shops. Walking up via di Citta from Banchi di Sopra there are a few more shops with Italian souvenirs and local handcrafts.

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The legend has it that Siena was established by Senius, son of Remus and nephew of Romulus. Therefore the symbol of Siena is a she-wolf breastfeeding Romulus and Remus. This symbol has been repeated in different parts of town and pieces of art.

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