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Unusual Attractions in Siena

St. Catherine of Siena's Severed Head

A dismembered holy head stares out from her beautiful reliquary at the St. Dominic Basilica.

Museo Anatomico at University of Siena

Contains some of the world's more disturbing wax anatomical models.

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The Sword in the Stone at Montesiepi Chapel

This sword isn't waiting for a king to pull it out. It was placed there by a saint.

14 miles from Siena

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Abbey of San Galgano

These gutted monastery ruins still stand proudly in the middle of the Italian countryside.

14 miles from Siena

Il Bosco della Ragnaia

Stumbling upon this whimsical wooded garden is like stepping into an enchanted forest full of philosophical musings.

17 miles from Siena

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The Museum of Medieval Torture

Medieval torture techniques with a modern conscience.

17 miles from Siena

San Gimignano, Italy

Towers of San Gimignano

These medieval skyscrapers dominate the skyline of this small Tuscan town.

17 miles from Siena

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