"The landscape of Val d’Orcia is part of the agricultural hinterland of
Siena, redrawn and developed when it was integrated in the territory of
the city-state in the 14th and 15th centuries to reflect an idealized
model of good governance and to create an aesthetically pleasing
picture. The landscape’s distinctive aesthetics, flat chalk plains out
of which rise almost conical hills with fortified settlements on top,
inspired many artists. Their images have come to exemplify the beauty of
well-managed Renaissance agricultural landscapes. The inscription
covers: an agrarian and pastoral landscape reflecting innovative
land-management systems; towns and villages; farmhouses; and the Roman
Via Francigena and its associated abbeys, inns, shrines, bridges, etc." -http://whc.unesco.org
A very well manicured agricultural landscape!
You sure feel peaceful and with organized thoughts every time you see this place, Francesca!
Thank you so much for sharing this postcard with me!
Wishing you a happy and wonderful 2014!
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