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I only had tea there. Great atmosphere, friendly waitstaff, good collection of teas. Their own label is good souvenir.

Stumbled upon this place by accident. The front courtyard has a good aerial view of the valley below, church proper is a bit dark to see the fresco and altar pieces clearly. Small cloisters charming but the surprise lies in the museum in the basement: a surprisingly large collection of artifacts brought back from the missionaries from places like China and Egypt. Fell in love with the posters of Hell from 18-19 c Chinese prints, and the silky garments made for catholic liturgical use by local Chinese believers. They even have a mummy from Egypt to boot! At the entry of the larger cloister a note posted the revelation experienced by Camus at the very spot - what a nice surprise.

Each frescoed room is more amazing than the previous one: from the entrance courtyard onwards. The history of the family is fascinating as well. And it’s free! Guided tours only though.

I’ve seen Pontorno’s Annunciation in exhibitions a couple of times, but it’s here in it’s designed space, along with the architectural elements, one can best understand (and question more) of the design and iconography of the painting by the master. Art in-situ, it’s so much better.

Of particular interests to those from the Americas for obvious reasons. Large church with tons of artistic treasures.