Archive for 'Small Towns'

Looking for somewhere in Tuscany that offers everything a tourist could possibly want to see and do, all in one area? Then take a few days to enjoy the delights that Val di Cecina has to offer you including a wide range of charming towns, villages and hamlets, a rich history, a huge collection of archaeological remains and of course, that typical warm Tuscan welcome! Visitors have a fantastic choice of exclusive holiday villas to rent during their relaxing break in the Val di Cecina which offers superb panoramic views wherever they look!

The Valley covers a large area of different communities, some of which have earned the prestigious Orange Flag award for their authentically preserved communities and great tourism attractions and services.

Why not spend some of your Tuscan holiday in the picturesque Bagni di Lucca region in Northern Tuscany where there are many delightful towns, villages and hamlets in close range with lots of tourist activities to engage in! A related article discusses the charms of the Bagni di Lucca region and the famous thermal baths that placed it firmly on the map. Here is a thrilling day trail for tourists to explore the most interesting communities in the area and of course, there are plenty of holiday villas in the Bagni di Luca area with panoramic views of the mountains and valleys that encase it.

Begin the day with a tour around the large main town of La Villa. Packed full of shops selling local produce, crafts, clothes and more, La Villa also has many tasty restaurants and bars to enjoy a lovely meal or cup of coffee in the sunshine. This is a wonderful place for visitors to see a well kept typical Tuscan town filled with welcome and charm.

Situated in Val di Lima in the province of Lucca in Tuscany is the popular ski and summer resort of Bagni di Lucca.

This picturesque place has attracted many nobles, poets and artists especially since the 19th century when its famous thermal springs became known for their miraculous healing effects!

Less than thirty kilometres from the large city of Lucca, this magical place boasts of having one of the best natural spas in the world. This could be an intriguing invitation for tourists to see for themselves how wonderful this region and some of its main towns and villages really are!

There are some spectacular villas and farmhouse rentals available all across the Bagni di Lucca area where one can stay during the hot summer or winter ski season and enjoy the panoramic views of this magnificent Tuscan region.

An excellent place to visit in Tuscany is the town of Barga. This is a walled town that dates back to medieval times, and there are many beautiful villas located close to this popular attraction. It has an intricate network of small streets and squares that are fun to explore! Several stairwells make it easy to explore each part of the town. The layout of the streets and stairwells is an important example of how medieval Tuscan towns were constructed.

A major feature of Barga is its cathedral, which dates back to the 12thcentury.

The cathedral offers a panoramic view of the area which visitors are sure to enjoy. It's easy to spend a lot of time exploring this unique town, and the cathedral is a good place to start from, due to its centralized location within the town.

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.