This week's Photo Hunt theme is 'ring'.
In 2006, on our first trip to Sienna, we climbed the Torre del Mangia, or to translate: the Tower of the Eater.
This imposing building, which is made entirely of brick, was constructed between the years of 1338 and 1348 and stands at a whopping 88 metres high.
The tower is open to the public. There are a slightly fatigue-inducing 400 steps, but if you can manage it, do it, as the views from the top are simply outstanding. Not only can you see the whole of the city of Siena, but also the stunning surrounding countryside too.
We had an unusual experience. We had reached the top and were catching our breath when the bell started to ring ...
With that ginormous bell over our heads it was about two hours later before the ringing in our ears stopped . . .
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