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.
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.
Palazzo Vincenti is where you'll find the house where Benedetto Puccinelli, the well known botanist was born. Be sure to visit the 16th century Town Hall, which is an excellent example of period architecture.
One of the most important events in this Tuscan countryside location occurs on 15th August! Called ‘Medieval Day’, this festival features the re-enactment of an important procession, which ends at the Church of San Martino. These types of processions make up an important part of the local religious life. Another important festival during the Coreglia Antelminelli calendar takes place on 7th October each year.
Held in honour of Our Lady of the Rosary, this festival lets visitors sample fine local foods and buy some of the crafts produced in the region.
One of the most important events in this Tuscan countryside location occurs on 15th August! Called ‘Medieval Day’, this festival features the re-enactment of an important procession, which ends at the Church of San Martino. These types of processions make up an important part of the local religious life. Another important festival during the Coreglia Antelminelli calendar takes place on 7th October each year.
Held in honour of Our Lady of the Rosary, this festival lets visitors sample fine local foods and buy some of the crafts produced in the region.
These festivals are a great way to learn more about the area's history and culture, as well as interact with people who live in the area permanently. Many visitors have found that the local festivals add a lot of colour and enrichment to their holiday experience.
No matter whether you stay in Coreglia Antelminelli or along the Tuscan coast, you need to have a place that will perfectly suit your needs, so contact us at tuscany-villas.it to browse through the holiday villas that are available. Our staff will help you with any query you have, and can be easily reached via mail, phone and Skype, as well as through the website.
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No matter whether you stay in Coreglia Antelminelli or along the Tuscan coast, you need to have a place that will perfectly suit your needs, so contact us at tuscany-villas.it to browse through the holiday villas that are available. Our staff will help you with any query you have, and can be easily reached via mail, phone and Skype, as well as through the website.
Photo credits
pictures 1-2:Wokulski / CC BY-SA
