10 Interesting facts you probably don’t know about the Leaning Tower Everybody knows about the existance of this peculiar tower. As a matter of fact, the tilting made Pisa one of the most famous Italian cities around the globe. Despite its world wide celebrity, we would like to tell you 10 Interesting Facts about the
From Livorno to the Beauties of Tuscany and Florence The one of Livorno is among the biggest ports in Italy today and in the last years many cruise lines decided to dock here and let their passengers discover the wonders of Tuscany. Indeed, Livorno represents a real Gateway to Tuscany (and Florence). From here, it
Discover the Tuscan beauties during your Holidays in Lucca If you are spending your holidays in Tuscany, you should not miss the charming Lucca, a real historical gem in the Region. In Lucca you find plenty of unique architectural buildings together with the ancient walls enclosing the old town. You can admire Lucca from several
Some hints for a Perfect Holiday in Tuscany If you have in mind to visit one of the most beautiful Italian regions, here you have some hints for a Perfect Holiday in Tuscany. We will help you create a possible itinerary from different locations in Tuscany. To experience this one-of-a-kind region fully, we suggest you
Best Tuscany Wine Tours If you love wine, Tuscany is the perfect place where to enjoy it. All the wine districts in our region offer spectacular views over a suggestive countryside. Rolling hills, medieval villages and castles, infinite vineyards and both traditional and modern wineries, where you can taste the best Tuscan wines. Here we
7 Top Things To Do in Pisa When mentioning Pisa, most of the people immediatly picture the Leaning Tower in their mind. However, the city of Pisa is not only about this peculiar building, but it offers much more to its visitors. As locals, we would like to give you our recommendations about 7 Unique
San Gimignano: the “Medieval Manhattan” near Siena Introduction Immersed in the suggestive Tuscan countryside, between Siena and the Val d’Elsa, San Gimignano is a fortified medieval village declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1990, perfect to visit in one day. The origins of this beautiful village in Tuscany dating back to the Etruscan era
Siena: The Contrade and The Palio History The Contrade (Districts) of Siena were instituted between the end of the 12th and the beginning of the 13th century, with administrative (tax collection, road maintenance) and public safety (police) responsibilities, etc.. These institutions, quartered in or around the parish churches, public meeting places or places of worship,
Pisa: Visit the City like a Local Introduction Pisa’s iconic building is, of course, its Torre Pendente, or Leaning Tower, which continues to defy gravity and stands – but not straight – in the aptly named Campo dei Miracoli (Field of Miracles). This beautiful square, dotted with white buildings and surrounded by green lawns, is
Discovering the Cinque Terre: the National Park, the Marine Protected Area and the five villages The aura of isolation that has surrounded five almost inaccessible coastal scenery, has made them one of the eastern Riviera’s premier attractions. Clinging haphazardly to steep cliffs, they are linked by footpaths, by train, and now by narrow, unasphalted and
Lucca: 10 Beautiful Places To See Lucca is an Italian city located in the Tuscany region, on the banks of the Serchio river. It is known for the Renaissance city walls that surround the historic center and for the cobbled streets. The wide tree-lined walks on top of these 16th and 17th-century ramparts are very
10 Good Reasons to Visit Tuscany There are so many other things Tuscany region can offer. In fact, seven localities are designated UNESCO World Heritage sites: Florence, Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano, Pienza, the Val d’Orcia, and Medici Villas and Gardens. In this article, we want to show you at least 10 good reasons to visit
10 Typical Tuscan Dishes You Must Try Traditional Tuscan food harmonizes two inseparable principles – simplicity and quality. Typical Tuscan dishes are based on the so-called “cucina povera,” the peasant traditions that arose out of necessity during hard times. Even now Tuscans prefer to stay close to their roots as natural localvores who take the
Florence: The Historic Center, from the Duomo to the Ponte Vecchio To say that Florence’s historic center, stretching from the Piazza del Duomo in the north to the Giardino Boboli across the Arno to the south, is beautiful could be misconstructed as an understatement. Indeed, this relatively small area is home to some of the