Chiusi - Chiusi's origin dates
back to the first millennium before Christ. In the 6th century
B.C. Clevsin or Chamars (Chiusi's Etruscan names) was one
of the 12 most important cities in the Etruscan federation,
and under King Porsenna Chiusi reached its peak when the Etruscans
fought and defeated the Romans.
In the National Archaeological Museum
it is possible to admire the greatness of this Etruscan city
through the archaeological findings that express the exquisite
sensibility of its artists and the mastery of its craftsmen.
In 391 B.C., Chiusi was besieged by the Gauls which marked
the beginning of its decline and later became a Roman province.
The city, rebaptized Clusium, and its territory continued
to have an important role and in 89 B.C. its inhabitants were
granted the Roman citizenship. In the 6th century A.D. Chiusi
was occupied by the Lombards and became a dukedom. Later,
Emperor Charlemagne trasformed Chiusi into a county.
Chiusi became a battlefield between Florence and Siena, being
a faithful ally of the latter, the city declined and only
in the l9th century with the complete reclamation of the valley
below did it start reliving.
Today Chiusi is a flourishing country town, with excellent
railway and motorway links; it lies less than 150 km from
Rome, a little more than 100 km from Florence and about 60
km from Siena.
Chiusi is close to important tourist centers such as: Chianciano,
Montepulciano, Pienza, Orvieto, Cortona, representing a valid
starting-point for interesting historical-artistical excursions.
The nearby lakes of Chiusi, Montepulciano and Trasimeno as
well as the uncontaminated Mountains of Cetona and Amiata
make it possible to enjoy a relaxing nature holiday.
How to reach Chiusi: From Siena, take direction Arezzo.
At Bettolle, take the Highway A1 direction Rome and exit Chiusi.
Where is Chiusi: is located in the south/east of Siena
province, in the border with the Umbria region. See
the map
Nearby: Visit Chianciano, Montepulciano, Pienza
Distances: Siena 80 Km - Florence 125 Km - Pisa 200
Km - Arezzo 65 Km
Correct name is Chiusi
Common mistakes are Ciusi, Kiusi, Chyusi, Chiusy, Cyusi
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