In the 11th century it was an important fortress which was later
strenghthened by 6 towers placed along the perimetral walls. Today
some traces can be seen on 3 of the towers and the tower of Lampredi
house in the western side of the town is all that is left of the
ancient walls.
Retains the original structure the arched vault brick
gate of Porta Carraia that lends its character to the same name
street.
From the point where the fortress was once located, typical
old fashioned little streets from there start their path with their
arches and underpasses. On the western and eastern part of the town,
long portions of the medieval pathways can be identified. But the
main unmistakable feature of the town is the unique bell tower of the
church of San Verano in Piazza del Popolo.
This church, originally
built as a little chapel in the 11th century, was later
enlarged and in the centuries partly redesigned, it keeps its
picturesque Pisan and Romanesque façade
and contains valuable work of arts.
Today
Peccioli is a proud small rural tuscan town with its own local
culture and traditions that the inhabitants are happy to share with
any visitor that here is definitely welcome, and the best way to
experience the warm hospitality of this place is to stay in one of
the accomodations that the “ Medieval village of Peccioli ” has
to offer, an enthusiastic enterprise from Arianna & Friends local
tour operator, that aims to give travellers to Peccioli an authentic
feel of being part of a friendly and pleasant tuscan community.
