Santa Maria della Scala, Sienna, Italy

Nov 20, 2023 | Historical Building, Italy, Museum

Santa Maria della Scala was one of the oldest hospitals in Europe, dating back to the 9th century.

Santa Maria della Scala: 888H+Q8 Siena, Province of Siena, Italy

Over the centuries, it expanded and evolved into a complex that included a hospital, an orphanage, and a hostel for pilgrims. Today, it has been repurposed and houses the Museo Santa Maria della Scala, which showcases a collection of art and artifacts related to the history of the complex and the city of Siena.

The basement.  It is now an archaeological museum.