Chianciano Terme

Chianciano TermeChianciano Terme, Italy.

Chianciano Terme, town and mineral spa, Toscana (Tuscany) regione, central Italy. It lies at an elevation of 1,500 feet (450 m), just southeast of Montepulciano. The mineral springs, which have been frequented since Etruscan times, are located about 1.25 miles (2 km) from the town; they are a popular tourist attraction, and there are numerous hotels for the accommodation of visitors. The town also has cement and pottery industries. Pop. (2006 est.) mun., 7,205.

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Article Title: Chianciano Terme
Website Name: Encyclopaedia Britannica
Publisher: Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Date Published: 12 August 2010
Access Date: March 14, 2025