Santa Maria a Monte

Santa Maria a Monte is a comune in the Province of Pisa in the Italian region of Tuscany.

The main frazioni are the villages of Cerretti, Montecalvoli, San Donato and Tavolaia.

Famous for its military strategic importance (the hilly position made it more defendable against enemy attacks), Santa Maria a Monte has always been disputed between several Tuscan cities.

The località of Falorni has about 120 inhabitants (2005) and is about 80 metres (260 ft) above sea level.

The place is situated in the low woody hills called Cerbaie.