Villas and palaces

Villa Smilea

A historic residence in Montale, originally built as a 14th-century fortress, now transformed into a vibrant cultural space hosting exhibitions and events.

Villa Smilea is a historic residence in Montale and one of the town’s most recognizable landmarks — a place that is still vibrant today, where culture becomes an opportunity for gathering and connection. According to tradition, its name derives from the popular Latin expression sex milea (“six miles”), referring to its distance from Pistoia. The origins of Villa Smilea date back to the second half of the 14th century, when…

Montale

Villa La Magia

On the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the serial site "The Medici Family's Villas and Gardens in Tuscany".

Villa La Magia is one of the most representative homes in the Quarrata area and is one of the most prestigious buildings in Montalbano. Since June 2013, it has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List, the serial site "The Medici Family's Villas and Gardens in Tuscany". The historical events of the Magia property demonstrate how its destiny and evolution over time were both inextricably connected to the events that…

Quarrata

Palazzo Comunale

The ancient seat of government of the city maintains this function still today.

The Palazzo di Giano, also known as Palazzo degli Anziani, is symbol of municipal power. It was established as the city’s seat of government, a function it maintains still today. The earliest work is traced back to 1294. The current form dates to work carried out in the mid-14th century. Inside is the City Museum of Antique Art that exhibits mainly paintings on wood panels and on canvas, sculptures, and…