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14 Best Places to Visit in Tuscany
Here’s my List of some of the Best Places to Visit in Tuscany; A Traveler’s manual to getting the most out of the Land of the rolling hills! Tuscany’s beauty lies in her endless fields of rolling wheat, the golden seed’s glow a promise of eternal rest and peace. The green gold from her olive groves spread a heavenly scent out across the plains and each hill you pass by promises to reveal more of heaven’s secrets. Cheese from Pienza, Tuscan cured meats, ham, and wine are the main culinary delights and drinks to be had. But these are not all Tuscany has to offer. Tuscany has the most number…
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One Day In Siena
Siena’s greatest importance to us today lies in her old medieval architecture and one day in Siena is bound to set you up for an amazing adventure with lots to see and do! How to Get to Siena: Train, Car, Bus Location: Tuscany, Siena Province Train: From Florence’s Firenze Santa Maria Novella – Siena FS ➡️ 1.5hrs From Rome’s Roma Termini – Firenze Santa Maria Novella – Siena FS ➡️ 3.5hrs From Milan’s Milano Centrale – Firenze Santa Maria Novella – Siena FS ➡️ 4hrs Bus: Florence – Siena ➡️ 1hr Car: Via Raccordo Autostradale Firenze – Siena ➡️ 1hr Via A1/E35 ➡️ 1.5hrs Taking the Scenic Routes No doubt…
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Pienza: Tours, Tips and Awesome Things To See and Do
Pienza is the ultimate getaway city for those looking to spend time from the urban hustle of modern life. Pienza is a quiet town, set against an idyllic Tuscan countryside, and with an atmosphere, architecture, history, and vibe to match. Pienza is a lovely small town in Val d’Orcia, famous for being a great producer of a special type of cheese made from sheep’s milk: Pecorino di Pienza! Val d’Orcia is a beautiful valley in the heart of Tuscany with some of the most beautiful hilltop villages in Italy, like Montepulciano, Montalcino, Bagno San Filippo e.t.c. Pienza’s carrugio/streets are narrow and homey; balconies and terraces hanging over the streets simply invite you for a stay in…
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30 Best Things To Do in Florence
My Top List of the Best Museums, Food Joints, Places to See, and Getting the Best Experience out of A Trip to Florence The magnificence of Florence, the Capital of the Tuscany region of Italy, lies not just in her scale, but also in the amazing depth of opportunities and experience she has to offer. Medieval Florence gave birth to Dante, Michelangelo and the Medici, names and figures we know and honor to this day. She gave us Giotto’s Bell Tower, Brunelleschi’s Dome, and the amazing support columns of the Palazzo Vecchio. Yet, Florence is not just about her medieval architecture, history and the legacies they left for us. A…
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17 Beautiful Wine Windows in Florence (MAP INCLUDED)
Nestled right in the beating heart of Tuscany is Florence, the city of Brunelleschi, the Medici, and the most beautiful skylines you will find anywhere in the world. And right in the beating heart of Florence is the neighborhood of Santo Spirito, where right in the city center are the wine windows in Florence, a unique existence in the country. Wine windows in Florence, locally known as buchetto del vino, are peculiar places whose origins are as curious as they are tragic. To put it lightly, the beginning of the idea itself was literally a fiasco, as city wardens and tax collectors struggled to collect revenues in the midst of…
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“Pitigliano: Exploring Tuscany’s Charming ‘Little Jerusalem'”
Pitigliano is a small charming, picturesque town located in the southern part of Tuscany, Italy. Known as the “Little Jerusalem” due to its historical Jewish community, Pitigliano is perched on a volcanic tuff cliff and is surrounded by breathtaking countryside views. The town has a rich history that dates back to the Etruscan era, and its unique architecture reflects influences from different periods. Narrow, winding streets lead to charming alleys and hidden corners, creating a sense of enchantment and exploration for visitors. One of the town’s most striking features is its medieval old town, which is characterized by ancient stone buildings and towers. The Orsini Fortress, built in the 14th…
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Why You Should Visit Pisa in 2023
Looking for a place to visit in Italy? Look no further than Pisa! Here’s Why You Should Visit Pisa in 2023! Pisa is a beautiful medieval city with a rich history and having visited, I’d say it’s a great place to visit if you’re interested in ancient architecture or Renaissance art. If you’re looking for places to visit in Italy, be sure to add Pisa to your list! Pisa is not just about The Famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, this city is full of history and beauty, and it’s a great place to spend a few days if you’re interested in ancient architecture or Renaissance art. Check out this previous…
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Bagno Vignoni
Bagno Vignoni is a small hamlet part of the municipality of San Quirico d’Orcia, in the province of Siena, less than 20 km from Montalcino. This village is in the heart of Tuscany, in the Natural Park of Val d’Orcia, Bagno Vignoni is one of the most famous spas in the area. These natural hot springs, which attract many people, have been used since the time of the Romans for thermal purposes. The hot springs, located in the center of the town, arise from a large pool, which was used for health reasons by Lorenzo the Magnificent, who suffered from gout. These Thermal hot springs revealed important therapeutic properties: including…
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TOP 10 ATTRACTIONS IN FLORENCE
Florence has a thousand corners to explore, and many amazing sights to see. Today I’ll give you the Top 10 attractions in Florence that are unmissable and definitely worth visiting. Firenze (Florence) is a city in Central Italy and the capital city of the Tuscany region. Florence Attractions If you want a visual tour of these attractions in Florence, watch the video below, and please don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE (IT’S FREE). 1. Florence Cathedral 2. Filippo Brunelleschi’s Dome 3. Giotto’s Bell Tower 4. Florence Baptistery 5. Piazza della Signoria 6. Uffizi Gallery 7. Galleria dell’Accademia 8. Fontana del Porcellino 9. Ponte Vecchio 10. Piazza della Repubblica
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CORTONA
If your dream trip to Italy involves sipping aperitivo in a piazza, in a hilltop village with beautiful views over rolling hills, then you should add to your Italian itinerary the beautiful town of Cortona. Cortona is a town and comune in the province of Arezzo, in the Tuscany region of Italy. Perched on top of a hill in Tuscany, Cortona is an ancient walled town with a pretty city center, lovely piazzas, many churches and interesting history and you can visit it for the day or use it as a base to explore other neighboring Tuscan towns such as Montepulciano (45 mins by car), Pienza (1 hour by car),…
