Siena

Ah yes, the early morning photo excursion – not a huge success (photographically speaking), although the tripod (real name, Giorgio) reports he enjoyed it. Up at 4.50 and photos duly taken, finished around 6 and returning home when I was greeted by two women having an early morning drink (as it turns out, a sprizz aperol). I accepted the invitation to join them and the rest, as they say, is history. Mary joined us at around 7.30 and a very happy start to the day was had by all. Unfortunately we had to pack and be out of our accommodation by 10 and on the bus to Siena, but we made it fine.










Siena a great place. Narrow windy streets with medieval buildings all around. Amazing public space called the Piazza del Campo, (photos day and night) the scene of a twice-yearly horse race, an incredible cathedral and some amazing views. Stunning.




Vera and Ruth (from Austria as it turns) joined us for a meal in Siena as well, and looks like we’ve made some buddies for life. There you go.

Also had the pleasure of a Tuscan culinary specialty, the Bistecca al Fiorintine (not sure if spelled right, but basically a Florentine T-Bone). You buy it by the 100g and I didn’t quite know what to expect. It was HUGE! 56 euros worth of only moderately tender meat. Mary had smaller meal…