Destination Weddings in San Quirico d'Orcia

Undoubtedly influenced by its Etruscan origins, San Quirico D’Orcio is a vessel of treasures just waiting to be discovered!  After Siena and Arezzo disputed over ownership of the city, San Quirico finally was passed on to the Medici family after being under Siena rule.  Authentic and medieval, this town located high on a hill in the Tuscan countryside features its great town walls and 14 small towers that are visible from the valley below.  This location is perfect for couples wishing to celebrate their destination wedding in Tuscany with a warm, inviting atmosphere.

Of course with such attractive backgrounds, there are certainly a number of spectacular places to visit.  La Collegiata, and old parish church, dates back to the 8th century when constructed of breathtaking Romanesque architecture.    A bell tower was added in the 18th century and visitors may also enjoy the beamed ceilings, high altar and magnificent inlaid panels of its ancient walls.

The Palazzo Chigi lies next to the magnificent Collegiata and as adjoined with a magisterial palace (palazzo pretorio).  Built in the later half of the 17th century, the palazzo is now property of San Quirico’s town council.  The interiors contain impressive frescoes, but parts of the outer extremities lie in ruins, as the building had been neglected and harshly treated during World War II. Regardless, this building is one of San Quirico’s most important buildings when concerning the town’s history.

Another site to behold is a phenomenal example of the Italian Gardens, Horti Leonini.  This enormous garden opens up out of a grand forest border and is set in geometrical shapes to contain the growth of the garden’s natural life.  The center contains the sculpture Cosimo Ill e’ Midici and is a wonderment to behold on an afternoon or evening walk through this enchanting garden setting.

A civil wedding in San Quirco will take place in the city’s wedding hall.  A most stunning palazzo, this location is adorned with decorative flags on its exteriors that exude the ancient heritage of the Tuscan village’s surroundings.  The old well, gated windows, large entry way, and beautiful cobble-stoned floors outside please any onlooker’s eyes and foreshadow to the lovely embellishments that grace the hall’s interiors.  The inside doors are lined in beautiful gold framing and the front of the hall boasts beautiful Roman artwork, perfect for your wedding photo scrapbook.  San Quirico’s wedding hall is ideal for your civil wedding ceremony in Tuscany!

With plenty of beautiful locations to take advantage of, choosing a wedding reception venue in San Quirico D'Orcia may prove to be difficult! Regardless, the food is guaranteed to please and located in one of the largest wine capitals in the country, spirits will prove to satisfy your taste buds as well.  Relax, enjoy the scenery, and exchange your wedding vows in San Quirico d’Orcia.