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The dynamic city of Coreglia Antelminelli has a history that dates back to the 10th century. It was briefly under Florentine control in the 14th century but after the city was won back from the Florentines, it became part of the Republic of Lucca. The commune status that the city enjoys today dates back to 1538. Ever since the 19th century, this community has been a major artistic centre in Tuscany and visitors will find a lot of interesting surprises here!

There are several historic buildings to see, and several of the squares host beautiful old houses. The upper village is home to the Museum of Plaster Figurines and Emigration.

It can be found in the Vanni Palace, which is one of the most popular historical buildings in the area. This museum is a fascinating place for all ages, and helps visitors discover just how plaster figurines became a major part of art in this region.

A very interesting place to visit when booking your Italian holiday to Tuscany is Montefioralle. This 11th century village still features its original walls, and is among the oldest in the Chianti region!

This village stands out with visitors because local families regularly host meals for tourists in their homes. This is definitely a great way to sample authentic local cuisine, and also get to know the local residents a little better. Wine tastings are also offered regularly, and this is an excellent way for visitors to buy delicious wines local to the region.

Montescudaio is a medieval town located in the Pisa province of Tuscany, Italy. The town has been in existence since the 11th century and is famous for its excellent red and white wines. The area is known as Val di Cecina, which means “shield maker” in Latin. During Roman rule, a large military presence was located on top of the hill where the village now sits.

Scarperia is located in the province of Florence, the artistic core of Tuscany. It is one of the most historic and interesting towns in this region. Many of the local holiday villas are located close to the ancient fortress, which was built in 1299. Surrounded by mountains, the town is very scenic and charming place to visit.

One of the most impressive ancient structures in the heart of Scarperia is the Vicar’s Palace, also known as Palazzo dei Vicari, which was built in the 14th century. The palazzo is decorated inside with elaborate frescoes in Renaissance style. One of the most impressive frescoes is the ‘Madonna and Child’ on the second floor, which was created in 1554. An enormous courtyard is connected to the palazzo.

San Casciano dei Bagni is a town in the Tuscan countryside located in the province of Siena. It is over one hundred kilometres from Florence, and is best known for its hot springs. The municipality dates back to between the 3rd and 4th centuries and is located in the southernmost part of Sienna. The Romans developed the hot springs after they were originally discovered by the Etruscans. The springs were used by Tuscan aristocrats during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance era. Today, the town is the location of a health spa center near many holiday villas, where people have been coming since the 14th century to take advantage of the therapeutic waters.