Archive for 'Museums & Galleries'

In 1278 construction began on what was to become the majestic monumental cemetery in Pisa beside Piazza dei Miracoli. Designed by Giovanni di Simone, this fascinating space is home to a large collection of Roman tombs and beautiful 15th century frescoes.

These mesmerising images, many depicting themes of life and death were painted by Taddeo Gaddi, Benozzo Gozzoli and Andrea Bonaiuti to name but a few.

Despite that many of them were exposed to a lot of damage during World War II, they have been carefully restored and are up on display for the public to enjoy once more.

The Santa Maria della Scala hospital in the city of Siena has a wonderful story to share with tourists! It was one of the first hospitals in Europe and one of the oldest in the world still open, but now as a museum. Stay in a lovely vacation rental in Siena where you can easily travel into Siena city and discover all the cultural treasures it has on offer.

It lies along the Via Francigena, the famous pilgrim path leading all the way to Rome. It was most likely founded to provide food and shelter to accommodate pilgrims and other travellers along this path.

Come to Tuscany to explore its incredible marble quarries and learn their elaborate history. The Italians have been acquainted with the beauty of marble since ancient times and has been excavated from all over the country to build magnificent buildings and exquisite sculptures.

Choose from a range of beautiful holiday villas in Versilia where you can easily explore all the history and culture this coastal part of Tuscany has to offer.

Tuscany had a major marble industry, particularly at the Monte Altissimo near Seravezza. The master painter and sculptor Michelangelo chose the marble here to beautifully finish the façade of the San Lorenzo church in Florence.

Visit the ancient hamlet of Massaciuccoli near Viareggio in the province of Lucca. Human presence is dated at Massaciuccoli way back to prehistoric times.

Visitors could be greeted with no nicer setting when visiting the popular archaeological sites within Massaciuccoli village. It’s enveloped by olive grove filled hills overlooking Massaciuccoli Lake.

Stay in a glorious Viareggio villa with a swimming pool, where you will be a close distance to Massaciuccoli Lake

A nice population had settled here prior to Roman takeover but went on to thrive during the Roman Empire reign because of its scenic geographical position. Massaciuccoli is connected to Luni, Lucca and Pisa via the River Magra and River Arno.

Would you like to bring your beloved dog on holidays to Tuscany but don’t want to miss out on your own cultural experience? There are actually a lot of fantastic museums across this spectacular region that are welcoming of dogs provided they are on a leash and are very well trained.

Choose from a range of pet friendly villas in Tuscany where you and your dog can spend a lovely day relaxing after some culture!