Archive for 'Localities'

  

Friday, May 16, 2014
Cathedral of florence
Come and see one of the most elaborate cathedrals in the world, the duomo of Florence in Tuscany. This is the fourth largest cathedral in the world, the largest being St. Peter’s in Rome. This magnificent building towers over Florence’s skyline, topped off with a splendid dome designed and built by Filippo Brunelleschi in the 15th century.

Choose from a superb range of villas near Florence if you wish to stay a few days and explore all of this Renaissance city!

This gothic masterpiece began towards the end of the 13th century by master architect, Arnolfo di Cambio.     Read More
Posted in: Churches & Religious Buildings, Florence, Localities, Must See Attractions, Tourist Attractions

  

Friday, May 9, 2014
Winding tuscan country road
The beautiful region of Tuscany is an enticing land for tourists to visit on their Italian vacation! A perfect blend of nature and man-made masterpieces, Tuscany is truly the birth land of the Renaissance.

Situated in central Italy with a glorious coastline overlooking the blue Mediterranean, Tuscany is home to some superb tourist cities like Florence, Siena, Pisa and Lucca which are full of artistic treasures.

Book a rental villa near near Florence, a magnificent Renaissance city which is home to the artwork filled Palazzo Vecchio and Uffizi gallery.

These splendid old buildings house masterpieces by Renaissance masters like Michelangelo, Botticelli and Donatello.     Read More
Posted in: Localities, Travel Tips

  

Tuesday, May 6, 2014
murlo town
The cosy town of Murlo in Tuscany is conveniently situated less than twenty kilometres south of Siena and would make for an excellent day trip! Close to the tourist towns of Montalcino and Buonconvento, Murlo is a tiny Orange Flag town, tucked into a forested countryside.

Surrounded by lots of lovely rivers and streams, Murlo is a natural haven brimming with wildlife and colourful vegetation. Tourists would thoroughly love walking along peaceful trails here and capturing the views of the area on their cameras.

Stay in a peaceful villa in Lupompesi, only four kilometres away from Murlo where you can easily explore this beautiful part of Tuscany.     Read More
Posted in: Localities, Small Towns

  

Friday, May 2, 2014
Grey land of crete senesi
Tuscany is very famous for its scenic hilly landscape; its countryside is mostly made up of mini hills and winding roads that will lead you on a gentle roller-coaster through pretty Tuscan towns and villages like Buonconvento and Rapolano Terme.

Stay in a superb Siena vacation rental where you can see the best of what this province has to offer, including its UNESCO awarded historical capital.

The area of Crete Senesi in Siena province translates as ‘Senese clays’ because of the distinctive grey colour of the soil here. In the fading light of evening as the sky turns dark, the landscape takes on an eerily beautiful lunar appearance.

This grey clay like soil is a remainder of the ancient Pliocene sea which existed here between 2.5 and 4.5 million years ago.     Read More
Posted in: Countryside, Localities, Siena, Tourist Attractions

  

Thursday, May 1, 2014
view of san quirico
San Quirico d’Orcia is a beautiful town only 35 kilometres south-east of Siena. Located in the UNESCO awarded Val d’Orcia, San Quirico also lies upon the roadside of the famous pilgrim road that runs from Northern Europe right down to the Italian capital of Rome!

Stay in a beautiful vacation villa in Sorano, just a few minute's drive from San Quirico where you can relax and unwind a beautiful natural atmosphere after a fun few days of discovery!

This ancient town is home to many old sacred churches including the Collegiate church of San Quirico.     Read More
Posted in: Churches & Religious Buildings, Localities, Orcia Valley, Tourist Attractions