An excellent alternative is also to spend Christmas in Tuscany.
Christmas in Montepulciano is a huge party in which the town is completely transformed. In addition to the markets, there is a real Santa Claus village set up in the Medici fortress, in the upper part of Montepulciano, with an ice rink and creative workshops for children.
This extraordinary double helix staircase, also known as the "Snail Staircase" or "Bramante Double Helix," is a masterpiece crafted by the renowned Renaissance architect Donato Bramante. As visitors ascend or descend this remarkable structure, they become part of a rich tapestry of history and art.