TUSCANY

The capital city of the region of Tuscany and briefly (1865-1871) also the capital of the kingdom of Italy.

It was the first Tuscan site to be declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982,

Florence was built on the site of an Etruscan settlement and on the later Roman colony of Florentia (founded in 59 BC). During the early Medici period, this Tuscan city became (between the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries) a symbol of the Renaissance revolution, reaching extraordinary levels of economic and cultural development

Florence is world-renowned for its abundance of fine art and architecture. The Arno river, which cuts through the old part of the city, is part of the Florentine history as are many artists, poets and politicians who lived here.

Italy's loveliest medieval city, Siena is well worth a visit even if you are staying in Tuscany for just a few days.

This city boasts a well-organised medieval urban planning and an architectural style which can be considered one of the most beautiful expressions of Italian Gothic.

The historic centre of Siena is a real jewel, so much so that it has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is surrounded by a medieval wall, still perfectly preserved, which follows the outline of the three hills on which the city was built.

When you say Pisa , what comes to mind is the Leaning Tower. Through the years the Tower has become the symbol of the city just like the Eiffel Tower is the symbol of Paris. There is no Pisa without the Leaning Tower and this is proved by the fact that in the collective imagination the most famous bell tower in the city does not have an official name, but it is simply "the Tower of Pisa".

However, there is a lot more to see in Piazza del Duomo.

Pisa is an extraordinary city to which you need to devote the right attention.

Its historic center is a jewel enclosed within perfectly preserved Renaissance walls that can be covered on foot and by bicycle.

Lucca is a city to visit but it is also a good place for entertainment.

It is full of bars and cafés and it has a full annual program of events whose highlights are the Lucca Summer Festival, with concerts by Italian and international artists, and Lucca Comics & Games, the most important Italian comics fair.

Not far from Siena, there is a town which was added to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites’ list in 1990: San Gimignano.

This small quaint town contains the essence of Tuscany: its aspect is elegant and sophisticated, it has a perfect combination of local art and architecture which fits in perfectly with the surrounding enchanting landscape.

Volterra is a popular destination for tours and excursions, the historic old town with its countless attractions and archaeological sites makes this Tuscan town worth visiting.Volterra is the Italian city of alabaster. In the streets of the historic centre, within the city walls, there are shops that sell beautiful hand-made statues, decorative objects and pieces of furniture made of alabaster. The museum of alabaster in Volterra hosts a collection of artefacts made of alabaster.

Arezzo is a rural centre of Etruscan origin, an hour south east of Florence in Tuscany. For art lovers, Arezzo is a true delight. It is mainly thanks to the legacy left by its two most gifted sons: the stunning frescos by Piero della Francesca in the Church of San Francesco, and the main square Piazza Grande with the elegant loggia designed by Vasari .Its beautiful Medieval square, Piazza Grande, is one of the city’s main attractions.

Pistoia is a city in the region of Tuscany. It is a typical Italian medieval city which attracts many tourists, especially in the summer. The city is famous throughout Europe for its plant nurseries. The most important cultural spot to visit is Piazza Del Duomo, the main square of the town where you’ll find the cathedral, baptistery, and Palazzo Comunale.