Archive for 'Unesco World Heritage Sites'

  

Friday, April 25, 2014
City of Florence
Would you like to dive into the heart of Tuscan cultural heritage? Then come to Florence, the decorative cradle of the Renaissance where great minds came together to plan and launch an era of intense learning and beauty!

Stay in a superb villa in Florence province or in a comfortable apartment in Florence city centre where you can easily commute through its enchanting streets!

Florence, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was born from humble Etruscan origins and grew to become one of the most powerful cities in all of Italy!     Read More
Posted in: Churches & Religious Buildings, Florence, Localities, Museums & Galleries, Tourist Attractions, Unesco World Heritage Sites

  

Friday, April 18, 2014
view of val d'orcia
Why not spend some of your next Italian holiday in Val d’Orcia; a scenic area of land that sits between the southern hills of Siena right up to Mount Amiata. The gently rolling hills of Val d’Orcia are networked with quiet meandering roads linking towns like Pienza, Radicofani and Montalcino. Tourists would delight in several day trips around these little Tuscan gems! Stay in a stunning villa rental in Radicofani, right in the heart of this scenic valley!     Read More
Posted in: Countryside, Localities, Orcia Valley, Tourist Attractions, Unesco World Heritage Sites

  

Thursday, April 17, 2014
view of pienza
The scenic hilltop town of Pienza in Val d’Orcia in Tuscany is home to a prestigious UNESCO World Heritage Site award for its historic centre. Tourists would thoroughly enjoy a day or two spent in this welcoming community, meaning around its ancient buildings and learning more about its thrilling history.

Stay at a peaceful holiday rental in Pienza where you can relax and unwind after a few days of exploring the area.

Close to the towns of Montepulciano and Montalcino, Pienza is included as part of Val D’Orcia’s award of being a UNESCO World Heritage Landscape and no wonder!     Read More
Posted in: Localities, Orcia Valley, Tourist Attractions, Unesco World Heritage Sites

  

Wednesday, April 16, 2014
siena main square
Siena is one of the most popular tourist attractions in all of Tuscany; especially its UNESCO awarded historical centre. This exciting city is filled with a wonderful collection of interesting museums, fine old buildings, art galleries, artistic monuments and much more!

Taste the exquisite local cuisine while you’re passing through; savour delicious sweet treats along with a cup of strong coffee to refresh after a morning of delightful tourist explorations! Stay in a comfortable vacation villa in Siena, either within the confines of the city or the surrounding countryside where you can easily commute in and out for the day.     Read More
Posted in: Localities, Must See Attractions, Siena, Tourist Attractions, Unesco World Heritage Sites

  

Tuesday, April 15, 2014
San Gimignano view
Tourists would delight in a visit to the marvellous medieval town of San Gimignano. Even from a distance, visitors will see that this walled hilltop town has something unique to offer! San Gimignano, in Tuscany’s Siena province is nicknamed ‘The Town of Fine Towers’. Today the town has managed to preserve fourteen of what was believed to have been originally 72 towers in total during the late medieval period!

Why not stay in a gorgeous villa in San Gimignano where you can visit the town itself and other attractions in this picturesque part of Tuscany!     Read More
Posted in: Localities, San Gimignano, Tourist Attractions, Unesco World Heritage Sites