Giuncarico
Giuncarico is a village in Tuscany, central Italy, administratively a frazione of the comune of Gavorrano, province of Grosseto. At the time of the 2001 census its population amounted to 399.History
The village dates back to the Early Middle Ages, when it was a property of the Aldobrandeschi family and then of the Pannocchieschi. It was then conquered by the Republic of Siena during the 14th century.Main sights
Churches
- Sant'Egidio, main parish church of the village, it was restructured in 1930 and then renewed in 1960.
- Oratory of Santissimo Crocifisso, situated outside the city walls, it was built in 1892.
- Hermitage of Sant'Ansano, it's now in ruins.
Palazzi
- Palazzo Pretorio
- Palazzo Camaiori-Piccolomini
- Palazzo Tedeschini-Camaiori
- Palazzo Bonaiuti, in the nearby countryside
Fortifications
The walls of Giuncarico has enclosed the village since 11th century. The Porta del Castello is the main gate of the old citadel.Transport
Giuncarico is about 25 km from Grosseto and 15 km from Gavorrano, and it is situated along the Via Aurelia highway. It is also served by the Tirrenica railway line thanks to its own station.
