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Most of the men who determined the course of events and had a major influence on world history came from T uscany. T heir knowledge is deeply rooted in the land of their birth, rich in genius and bravery
Discovering the symbol of Italian Renaissance. Brunelleschi s dome, the David by Michelangelo, the Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio. It will be love at first sight
T he city of antiques, the city of gold. T here, among narrow streets, medieval towers and Piazza Grande, a journey through the masterpieces of Italian art, from Piero della Francesca s frescoes to the Crucifix by Cimabue Known as the walled city, that magic ring enclosing old buildings, bell towers and natural and artistic treasures of incalculable beauty, while the hills are dotted with ancient villas
T his is the city adorned with marble laces, filled with the scent of sea, the city with Lungarni as fascinating as those seen in Florence and performing the miracle of the Leaning T ower A medieval city filled with unexpected gems, such as Piazza del Duomo, one of T uscany s most beautiful squares. A few kilometers from Pistoia, in the town of Collodi, the park dedicated to the world s most famous puppet: Pinocchio
T he city of contradas where the Renaissance movement was born a century earlier than in Florence. A walk through the major streets, a stop in Piazza del Campo, a glance at the Duomo, a pure gem of Gothic art T uscanyshire
these sweet hills and their precious products above all, wine and olive oil that take you back to old traditions and unforgettable scents. A tour of the area between Florence and Siena to feel exhilarated with the charm and beauty of these wonderful places
T he true icon of T uscany s countryside landscape. T he beauty and charm of the valley dotted with castles, abbeys and medieval villages is unrivalled in the world
A fascinating landscape is the distinctive feature of the coastal area between Pisa and Livorno. Nature is strong and wild, the scents are heady, the typical food products from San Rossore pine nuts to Bolgheri wines- are absolute must-tries From the exclusive beach resort of Forte dei Marmi, in the heart of the fashionable and lively Versilia Riviera, to the natural Pisan coast up to the wilderness of the Maremma area. In T uscany, the seaside is enjoyable in winter as much as in summertime
Getting lost among untouched landscapes, in a vintage car or a fast Ferrrari. Going for a ride through the T uscan hills on a Vespa scooter, by bicycle or on horseback with the wind and sun grazing your skin lifestyle
In T uscany, golfing means lifestyle and the thrill of playing this sport in a land where nature and culture, pleasure and wellness reign supreme. As many as 16 certified golf courses, of which 9 18-hole courses, open all year round Getting married in the green T uscan countryside is a unique chance to plunge into the region s breathtaking landscape: sweet hills, vineyards, olive groves, cypress trees, vast expanses of land offering a sensation of peace and relaxation
In-between the sacred and profane, T uscany is a land of many local traditions where festivals, period costume parades, traditional races and competitions take place all year round Summer nights in T uscany are rich in music, dancing and performances in the open. From opera music to ballet, from orchestral and chamber music to jazz, from plays to cinema
T he land of art and elegance, T uscany offers a great shopping experience. Not only designer boutiques in Florence, Arezzo, Forte dei marmi, Montecatini and Siena, but also outlet malls and name-brand factory stores T uscan craftwork is closely associated with genius, creativity and manual techniques, fidelity to tradition and sensitivity to contemporary design. Small workshops and world-renowned factories
In the region of antiques markets held, once a month, in downtown streets and squares, good bargains can be found. However, each town boasts a number of well-known antiqueshops frequented by great collectors and architects Learning more about a territory and its culture and discovering the secrets behind local cooking and products by attending cooking classes given by renowned chefs and tastings of the region s finest wines. Rediscovery of old recipes and attention to health and wellness with ST B resorts spa cuisine
A region to be discovered and tasted. Each T uscan town offers a wide choice of local and organically grown products that can be enjoyed and purchased at street markets periodically held downtown A special way to learn about and enjoy T uscan food while meeting people in a festive mood and atmosphere. Every tuscan village, one time per year has one, two or three different food festivals. A lot of good food at low prices
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