In Assassin's Creed II, which Italian hill town becomes Ezio Auditore's home base?

In Assassin's Creed II, Monteriggioni becomes Ezio Auditore's home base.

Ezio reaches the Tuscan town after escaping Florence with his sister Claudia, mother Maria, and uncle Mario. Mario is the owner of Villa Auditore, the fortified residence that becomes the game's main headquarters. The villa and its surrounding settlement can be renovated as Ezio restores the Auditore family's fortunes.

Monteriggioni is a real medieval walled town in Tuscany, near Siena. The game uses recognizable features of the settlement, although its playable layout and buildings are adapted for exploration and missions. Players can improve the town's income by repairing shops, landmarks, and services.

A common mix-up is confusing Monteriggioni with Florence, Venice, or San Gimignano, all of which Ezio visits. Florence is his birthplace and the setting of the opening chapters, while Monteriggioni is the family stronghold that serves as his recurring base.