The Land of a Thousand Bell Towers — Each the Most Beautiful of All

Buona sera from Siena. I’m here with Anna Piperato, a Rick Steves Italy guide — and it’s just so good to be here. I love this city and its gorgeous red-brick square, Il Campo.

Join us now as we consider the concept of “campanilismo” — the home-sweet-home spirit of local patriotism that makes the sound of your town’s bell tower the most beautiful sound of all.

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