Archive for 'Day Trips'

  

Tuesday, June 18, 2013
View of Sansepolcro
Situated high up in the Tiber valley in Tuscany, bordering Le Marche and Umbria is the charming town of Sansepolcro. Tourists with an interest in history and architecture will love it here and have an abundance of villas with pool and holiday rentals in the Sansepolcro area available for them all year round. A day or two spent here would be a perfect amount of time to explore this walled medieval town and learn about the culture and customs of the locals.

The legend of the origins of this town tells the story of two pilgrims who returned from the holy lands with a piece of rock from the tomb where Jesus was buried after his crucifixion.

They built a chapel in honour of this relic and made a shrine to it inside. A monastery grew around this chapel, and eventually, Sansepolcro town grew around that. The Romanesque Duomo of San Goivanni Evangelista was later built in the town centre from some of the rock from the original chapel and inside; tourists can see beautiful painting inside by famous Renaissance artists of the area; Perugini and Piero della Francesca.     Read More
Posted in: Day Trips, Localities, Small Towns

  

Tuesday, June 18, 2013
View of Castle Pasquini
The ancient town of Castiglioncello, situated on the coast of Tuscany dates back as far as the end of the fourth century and is a popular seaside resort among tourists because of its breathtaking natural beauty. This is a wonderful place to visit for a few days, with plenty of villas with guest reviews and rental accommodation available, many with superb views of the sea.

Built by the ancient Etruscans, this town was originally designed as a Pisan outpost to guard the busy trade road, Via Aurelia.

Visitors can still see a wealth of archaeological remains from Etruscan times which lie all along the Tuscan coastline. A related article mentions Castiglioncello and other towns which have museums dedicated to these interesting discoveries. Visitors can see the magnificent castle called Castelglione Mondiglio that was built here during the Middle Ages by the Pisan Counts del Porto and also the lookout tower and coastline fortress that the Medici family built to protect the area from Saracen invasions.     Read More
Posted in: Day Trips, Localities, Small Towns

  

Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Palazzo dei priori in Scarperia
A holiday in Tuscany wouldn’t be complete without a day or two spent in the stunning green valley of the Mugello district in the north of the province. There is so much to do and see in this region that visitors are recommended to stay and explore the area for at least two days to fully appreciate all the delights it has to offer! Tourists have plenty of exclusive holiday villas and farmhouses in the area available to rent , all of which have spectacular views of this picturesque hilly land. Take a look to Villa Poggio Bartoli or Villa Casole, you will love them.

There are nine main towns and villages in Mugello, all of which are full of historical interest areas, cultural events, food and wine specialities and much more! They host many festivals and exciting carnivals throughout the year so there’s always somewhere for the visitor to enjoy some festivities! Some of these events are discussed more closely in a related article.     Read More
Posted in: Day Trips, Localities, Small Towns

  

Friday, May 10, 2013
image of the Villa di Castello
The Tuscan countryside is one of the most popular tourist destinations for individuals looking to experience Italy firsthand. From historic churches to unbelievable scenic destinations, the number of things to see and do are beyond what any person could accomplish in just one trip. If you want to experience the history of the area and get a feel for how the elite used to live, the homes of the Medici family should definitely be on your itinerary.

The simple fact is that you will not find architecture or scenery like this in any other part of the world or even in any other part of Italy.

Unlike the original residents of these homes, you do not have to be rich or famous to book your dream vacation rental and visit these buildings for yourself. From luxury villas to affordable vacation rentals, you can contact us and let our Villa specialists help you find the perfect vacation destination for you and your family.     Read More
Posted in: Day Trips, Museums & Galleries, Tourist Attractions, Villas and Farmhouses

  

Friday, May 10, 2013
Castle of Giglio island
Giglio is an island off the Tuscan coast that many visitors are eager to see. It dates back to Etruscan times, and has thousands of years of interesting history. Over the years, it has weathered everything from Goth invasions to attacks by pirates. Much of the architecture that is still standing on the island is medieval. A lot of the older buildings on this island are still very well-preserved. The villages on the island are easily traveled around on foot, and visitors have easy access to a lot of exciting shops and restaurants.     Read More
Posted in: Day Trips, Islands, Localities