The archaeological area of Vetulonia is located in the homonymous city. Vetulonia is an important center in the southern Maremma Tuscany with ancient origins. Only thanks to the 19th-century excavations by Isidoro Falchi, it was possible to reconstruct the millenary history of the city. The first settlements of the city date back to the 9th century BC, where the tombs were built on the street now known as Via dei Sepolcri. On the sides of the street, there are two Etruscan tombs: the tomb of Pietrera and the tomb of Diavolino. The structure of the tombs is circular with a long access corridor and a false dome that overlooks the central environment. The building and urban developments highlight the Roman conquest of the city. The archaeological area consists of remains of buildings overlooking the paved road, the main decumanus. From the smaller streets, it is possible to access the noble houses such as the domus. In the center of Vetulonia is also located the Costia dei Lippi, as well as the most populated and lively area of the ancient city with sidewalks and channels for the drainage of rainwater. According to the ancient writings of Silio Italico, the symbols of Rome's power come from Vetulonia: the fasces, the curule chair, the war horn, and the toga.