Abbazia Monte Oliveto Maggiore

Situated among cypress trees this abbey is the original home of the Olivetians, an order of Benedictine monks founded in 1313. The main attraction here is the cloister with 36 superb frescos by Luca Signorelli and Il Sodoma. One should also visit the wooden choir inlaid By Giovanni da Verona in the abbey church.

Distance from Hotel: 40 km.