Archive for 'Photography'

  

Thursday, July 28, 2016
Views in the Casentinesi National Park
The Parco Nazionale delle Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona and Campigna is a national park in in the Apennine region of Tuscany and Romagna that was established in 1993 and preserves over 365 square kilometers of Italian flora and fauna.

Divided between the provinces of Florence, Arezzo and Forli-Cesena, it is made up of the best preserved and largest forest in Italy and takes in mountains, valleys, springs and over ten villages. It is an area of uncompromising natural beauty and tranquility and is the perfect place for a whole host of outdoor pursuits including biking, horse-riding, hiking, bird-watching and orienteering.

Just find a luxury villa in Florence or a luxury villa in Arezzo and you can head out on daytrips to the park, reconnect with nature, relax, breathe in some fresh air, take in the beautiful views and get away from it all.     Read More
Posted in: Activities, Cycling, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Localities, Mountains, Parks & Gardens, Photography, Tourist Attractions

  

Wednesday, October 22, 2014
Lake Massaciuccoli view
If you’re a big fan of taking strong photographs then here are some stunning spots in Tuscany to check out during your vacation here. Choose from a huge range of luxury vacation villas in Tuscany to base your photographic themed trip of the region!

Head to Versilia and specifically the arched jetty beside Villa Ginori beside Massaciuccoli Lake. The famous Italian opera composer Giacomo Puccini used to travel back and forth across the lake from villa Ginori to Torre del Lago during his years living here.

In the summer months be sure to make a trip to the charming village of Villanova close to Montelupo Fiorentino and Montespertoli.     Read More
Posted in: Activities, Curiosities, Photography

  

Monday, April 29, 2013
the roofless Abbey of San Galgano under a blue sky
Some of the most popular tourist attractions in Tuscany are the historic churches. While there are many churches to visit and experience firsthand, there are three in particular that are some of the most photographed buildings in the world. Whether you enjoy photography, history, or impressive architecture, there is something for just about everyone.

San Galgano Abbey is one of the more unique churches thanks to its enormous roofless Gothic cathedral. Although it was originally built with the roof, 836 m high Bell tower collapsed in 1786 and took a huge portion of the churches roof with it.

This open air feel gives the church an atmosphere that is unlike any other religious building in the world. The unique style has made the church a popular backdrop for a wide variety of events.     Read More
Posted in: Activities, Churches & Religious Buildings, Photography, Top 10 Lists, Tourist Attractions