Archive for 'Localities'

  

Wednesday, January 28, 2015
town of Palazzuolo Sul Senio
Spend a day of your tourist trails through Tuscany in a charming little town called Palazzuolo sul Senio. Situated around 45 kilometres north east of Florence, Palazzuolo sul Senio is a small commune that lies on the slopes of the Romagna Apennines.

Despite its small size however, it has a lot of interesting things to offer tourists.

Choose from a lovely selection of Palazzuolo Alto vacation villa rentals where you can visit Palazzuolo sul Senio and other beautiful communes and attractions in the area.

Walk around some quaint religious buildings in Palazzuolo sul Senio such as the Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Neve Quadalto and the Abbey of Santa Maria in Susinana.     Read More
Posted in: Day Trips, Localities, Small Towns

  

Wednesday, January 28, 2015
pontedera duomo
Spend a delightful few hours touring around the prosperous town of Pontedera in Tuscany. Situated in the Arno Valley at the meeting of the River Era and the River Arno, Pontedera is set in an idyllic countryside, close to the scenic Braccini Lake.

It’s only twenty minutes’ drive or a fifteen minute train ride from Pisa and only 35 minutes’ drive from Florence.

Choose from some cosy villa rentals in Lavaiano, located only seven kilometres from Pontedera where you can relax and enjoy the scenery after your days of exploring the local area.     Read More
Posted in: Localities, Museums & Galleries, Small Towns, Tourist Attractions

  

Friday, January 16, 2015
Chianti sculpture park
Art lovers would delight in a trip to the stunning Sculpture Park in the Chianti area of Tuscany during their next vacation here!

This haven of outdoor sculptures is tucked in the heart of the Chianti woodlands and can be reached by driving along an unpaved white winding road or walking through a scenic woodland path.

Stay in a charming villa in Chianti where you can visit this artistic haven as well as sampling the famous wines of the region.

The Chianti Sculpture Park is owned by a couple who invited artists and sculptures to pick a space here to create a work of their choice and what you see before you when you visit are these finished creations.     Read More
Posted in: Chianti, Localities, Parks & Gardens, Tourist Attractions, Water & Amusement Parks

  

Friday, January 16, 2015
Rocchette di Fazio
Visit the charming little village of Rocchette di Fazio in Tuscany which in the 2001 census has a miniscule population of only nineteen people! Situated on a cliff overlooking Albegna Valley, Rocchette di Fazio was named after Fazio Cacciaconti of Trequanda who lorded over a "Rocchetta" here which means ‘small castle’.

Book into a charming three bedroomed villa in Tuscany with your holiday group and enjoy exploring Tuscan gems such as Rocchette di Fazio!

There are several enchanting attractions here that still stand from the days when Rocchette di Fazio was a much more populated place.     Read More
Posted in: Castles & Palaces, Curiosities, Localities, Small Towns, Tourist Attractions

  

Monday, January 12, 2015
Pieve in Barberino Val d'elsa
Tucked into the scenic countryside between Florence and Siena is the medieval town of Barberino Val d’Elsa. Part of the Chianti wine making region, Barberino Val d’Elsa would be an excellent stop off on your exploration of the area. Stay in a luxury villa in the Chianti area where you can easily drive in a rented car to Barberino Val d’Elsa.

The well preserved town is elliptical in shape with two main streets crossing through its centre. There may not be any museums or particular tourist attractions but tourists are sure to enjoy walking through the Siena facing gate of the town and walk along Via Francesco da Barberino.     Read More
Posted in: Chianti, Localities