The city of Cortona, which boasts of ancient medieval architecture, is home to a wide array of attractions and tourist opportunities. The city is home to spectacular architectural remains and monuments like the bronze lamp from the fifth century and the tombs of the noble families.
The city also houses the Calcinaio Church which is an exotic renaissance masterpiece by Francesco di Georgio Martini. Some of the other popular structures include the overhanging walls built during the Middle Ages and the Medicean Fortress built by Francesco Laparelli in 1549.
The Palazzo Pretorio displays certain remains from Egyptian, Roman and Etruscan civilizations. Some of the other popular sites are the Sodo II and the Diocesan Museum.
Owing to its rich historical background and culture, the city hosts a wide variety of events and festivals, some of the most popular events being the Serata Medievale, Carnevale di Cortona and Tuscan Sun Festival.
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