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Montepulciano is a beautiful small town of almost 14,000 inhabitants, visited for its picturesque medieval center and by lovers of good wines. It is perched at 605 metres above sea level, between charming Tuscan hills planted with vines and olive trees, straddling the two valleys of Valdichiana and Val d’Orcia. The surrounding vineyards provide the […]
The Thermal hot spring of Saturnia (Terme di Saturnia in Italian) are one of the most famous sites in Tuscany, with its natural hot water baths, formed by beautiful limestone basins, part of which is freely accessible. Charming establishments are located all around with the thermal park and the grand hôtel 5* Terme di Saturnia […]
Cortona is a small and welcoming medieval town in the Val di Chiana, in the province of Arezzo, in the south-east of Tuscany and close to the Umbrian region.It is built on a hill floor, at more than 500 meters above sea level, with its medieval centre rich in alleys, cobblestones, ancient palaces and churches, […]
In the heart of Val d’Orcia valley and its unique landscapes lies Pienza, one of the most beautiful villages in Tuscany, in the south of the province of Siena, where just over 2,000 people live. It is the first example of the “ideal city” of the Renaissance, built in the fifteenth century at the initiative […]
The Maremma is a vast historical area of Tuscany, a charming territory with a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere. Much of the region runs along the Tuscan coast for almost 100 km, mainly on the province of Grosseto (where it is called Maremma Grossetane or Maremma Senese), it also extends further north towards Pisa up to […]
Presentation The Chianti region extends in Tuscany south of Florence and north of Siena, with its rolling hills that reach 900 meters high, between green and yellow tones from spring to summer, mixing vineyards, woods and olive groves. The name Chianti is famous all over the world, thanks to its wine production of centuries-old tradition […]
The Maremma Natural Park, also known as the Uccellina Park, stretches over almost 10,000 hectares along the coast, with nearly 25 km of coastline from Principina a Mare to Talamone northward and up to 3.5 km inland. This protected area preserves a rich nature and fauna, formed by a wet plain, marshland and pine forest […]
Pistoia is a small town of almost 90,000 inhabitants in northern Tuscany located between Florence and Lucca. In the shadow of these two illustrious neighbors, it is spared by the crowds of tourists. It is still a beautiful city of art, but it benefits from a better preserved authenticity. It has a beautiful architectural and […]
The Etruscan Coast is a part of the Tuscan coastline, north of the Maremma, from Livorno to the promontory of Piombino, which is characterized by its large beaches. Its history was marked before the Romans by the Etruscan presence. The latter founded Populonia on the promontory bordering the Gulf of Baratti, where the necropolises were […]
Castiglione della Pescaia is one of the most beautiful villages in Tuscany and enjoys a privileged position on the coast between large sandy beaches preceded by beautiful pine forests. The medieval historic centre is located on a hill overlooking the coast, with its ancient fortress that watches over the sea from its height. Presentation and […]
The Tuscan cuisine, particularly Florentine, is a celebration of simplicity and high-quality ingredients. Rooted in peasant tradition, it highlights local products such as olive oil, unsalted bread, robust meats, and fresh vegetables. In Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance, iconic dishes like bistecca alla fiorentina or lampredotto reflect culinary expertise where taste prevails over embellishment. […]
The Val di Chiana or Valdichiana is a vast region straddling Tuscany and Umbria, including the provinces of Arezzo and Siena. The Valdichiana aretina is its part in the province of the first, with for example the municipalities Cortona, Castiglion Fiorentino and Lucignano. In the province of Siena, there are Chiusi, Chianciano Terme and Montepulciano […]
The Etruscan Coast is a part of the Tuscan coastline, north of the Maremma, from Livorno to the promontory of Piombino, which is characterized by its large beaches. Its history was marked before the Romans by the Etruscan presence. The latter founded Populonia on the promontory bordering the Gulf of Baratti, where the necropolises were […]
Prato is the second largest city in Tuscany with almost 200,000 inhabitants (in 2024), after Florence, and only 25 km from the latter. This active city still lives a little of its historical textile industry, which was in the past much more flourishing. It is not visited as much as it deserves, for its medieval […]
On top of a hill, the fortified medieval village of Monteriggioni is a small jewel that has survived through the centuries. It enchants the visitor by diving into the middle ages. Its small historic centre, known as the Castello is protected by a well-preserved almost circular enclosure with 14 towers, about 170 metres diameter. Not […]
The Monte Argentario is a very beautiful site to the south of the Tuscan coast, in the province of Grosseto. It attracts visitors for its various features: the marine environment, the mild climate, the beautiful rugged coast with its small coves, the lagoon, its village of Porto Ercole with its marina, or its trails around […]
In the south-east of the Maremma, the hills of the Fiora are at the edge of Tuscany and very close to Lazio. They are crossed by the Valle del Tufo or the Area del Tufo (Tuff Area in English), a singular region marked by its tuff headlands inhabited since the Etruscan era. These ochre and […]
Arezzo is a beautiful discovery of Tuscany, less visited than other cities in the region despite a particular and unexpected charm. It is located in the east, close to Umbria and in the center of four valleys Valtiberina, Casentino, Valdarno and Valdichiana.The historical center is built on the heights and slopes, while at its feet […]
Between the coast and the relief of the Apuan Alps, Pietrasanta is a very chic village, a “city of marble” where craftsmen have been working this material for centuries. It is a town that dates back to the Middle Ages, designated as the capital of Versilia. It is also called the “Little Athens” because today […]
Between Siena and Massa Maritima, the Abbey of San Galgano is a mysterious and bucolic site. In the middle of the countryside stand the fascinating remains of a vast open-air church whose roof has disappeared. It is located close to the Hermitage of Montesiepi which keeps a “sword stuck in a rock . Description of […]
In the west of the Val d’Orcia, Montalcino is a Tuscan town famous for its Brunello, its excellent wine appreciated all over the world, made since the 19th century in the whole world from the Sangiovese grape variety. Built on a hill surrounded by vineyards and woods, it is also a beautiful medieval town rich […]
In the north of Tuscany and in the province of Lucca, the Garfagnana is a little known but pleasant region that deserves to be discovered. It stretches between the Apuan Alps and the Apennines, at the foot of peaks exceeding 2000 meters. It remains little touristy, including the river Serchio along which you can as […]
In the heart of the enchanting hills of the Val d’Orcia, San Quirico d’Orcia is one of the most beautiful villages in Tuscany, located on the pilgrimage route Via Francigena, a stop between Ponte d’Arbia and Radicofani. It preserves beautiful fortifications, the collegiate church and parish church, including the remains of the castle tower and […]
The Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, symbol of Florence, displays impressive dimensions, with its elements in polychrome marble. Its famous dome, masterpiece of Brunelleschi, dominates the city and remains one of the greatest achievements of the Renaissance.On the Piazza del Duomo, the historic, artistic, and spiritual heart of Florence, the cathedral is accompanied by […]
The Palazzo Vecchio (lit. “Old Palace”), one of the most iconic buildings in Florence, stands on Piazza della Signoria. Once the seat of civic power, it now houses the City Hall as well as a museum where visitors can explore magnificent rooms decorated by great masters such as Agnolo Bronzino, Domenico Ghirlandaio, and Giorgio Vasari. […]
