30 Days of Tuscany- Day 4- CATHEDRALS, ABBEYS & CHURCHES

10 years 8 months ago #290896 by Tuscan Muse
There is nothing quite like the cathedrals, abbeys and churches of Tuscany. If you’re in search of great material for scenic photography plus history and architecture, the places of worship in Tuscany provide ideal locations.

One of the most photogenic places in Tuscany is the Abbey of Sant’Antimo near Montalcino. Located in the Val d’Orcia very close to Montalcino , this is always on the itinerary of every workshop and tour that we host. This is one of the few churches in Tuscany where you can regularly hear Gregorian chant.

Of course, the Duomos (Cathedral Churches) of Siena and Florence are world renown for their architectural splendor as well. Exterior or interior shots are sure to produce pleasing images.

During our last workshop, we visited Sovana. The group went in one direction and I went in another, trying to pick up a better cell signal. Much to my surprise, I came upon a the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, whose foundation was laid in the 8th century. It was breathtakingly beautiful in its simplicity.

Our next Photography Tour is in October. Please join us: tuscanmuse.com/index.php/workshops-tours/through-a-tuscan-lens



Sant' Antimo Abbey- This is a view from behind the Abbey where the monastery leads into the church.



Sant' Antimo Abbey- Interior



Siena- Duomo - I could spend all day just photographing the individual sculptures on the exterior of the cathedral.



Siena- Duomo



The Basilica of San Domenico and Saint Catherine of Siena



Sovana- Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul



Sovana- Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul- 8th century nave



Sovana- Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul- interior
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6 years 4 months ago #554929 by Bobby Mitchell
Great architecture! Nice! 


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6 years 4 months ago #555245 by Kelly Emery
Nice architecture! 


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6 years 3 months ago #557571 by Kira Minori
Great architectural set! :thumbsup:


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6 years 3 months ago #557707 by Jin Hyuk Kwon
Great set! I would like to visit here one day! 


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6 years 3 months ago #557968 by Stephen Graham
Well done! Great job! 


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6 years 1 month ago #568614 by Steve Rodriguez
What a great architecture! Nice set!


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6 years 1 month ago #569738 by Amelia Wilson
Beautiful scenery and really good architecture. 


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6 years 2 weeks ago #574925 by Kira Minori
The architecture of the place is remarkable. 


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5 years 11 months ago #580702 by Alyssa Briggs
Great cathedrals. A place to visit soon! 


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5 years 11 months ago #580866 by Kodakevin
I really like the interiors!

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5 years 11 months ago #581079 by Rohan Tushar
Yeah! Very artistic! 


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5 years 11 months ago #581094 by Fess Walker
Talk about digging up an old post!  lol

Cool display of Tuscany buildings either way  ;)


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5 years 10 months ago #584213 by Sara Miles
Beautiful architecture! 


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