Italian Town of Pitigliano - Great Attractions (Pitigliano, Italy)
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Take a tour of Italian Town of Pitigliano in Pitigliano, Italy – part of the World’s Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats.
Rising above the trees on a stony cliff in Tuscany is the town of Pitigliano , Italy.
The buildings of the town, many of which date back to the medieval ages, are built out of the same rock on which they rest.
The city's history of inhabitance goes back to the ancient Etruscans, though most of the existing city’s architecture is more recent.
Pitigliano has also been known as "Little Jerusalem" due to the towns long standing Jewish community.
Today, the town is noted for its medieval history, impressive views, and elegant architecture.
Built into the cliff side is a cave, once used by the Jewish population for religious ceremonies during Roman persecution.
Some of the more important sights of the town are the cathedral, fortress, and medieval walls.
Rising above the trees on a stony cliff in Tuscany is the town of Pitigliano , Italy.
The buildings of the town, many of which date back to the medieval ages, are built out of the same rock on which they rest.
The city's history of inhabitance goes back to the ancient Etruscans, though most of the existing city’s architecture is more recent.
Pitigliano has also been known as "Little Jerusalem" due to the towns long standing Jewish community.
Today, the town is noted for its medieval history, impressive views, and elegant architecture.
Built into the cliff side is a cave, once used by the Jewish population for religious ceremonies during Roman persecution.
Some of the more important sights of the town are the cathedral, fortress, and medieval walls.