Archive for 'Tourist Attractions'

The classic vintage Vespa is one of the most iconic symbols of Italy and it is one of the most popular ways of getting around in Tuscany. But what has made it such a popular means of transportation around this charming region?

Choose from a wide range of villas in Tuscany, none of which are too far from the nearest Vespa rental agency!

The Vespa is a compact scooter that travels well through narrow cobbled streets of Tuscan cities and towns. It’s cheap to fuel and safe to drive along winding roads and through narrow gaps.

If you’re passing through the beautiful town of Volterra in Tuscany then be sure to stop off for a while to admire its magnificent Alabaster museum.

The ancient craft of carving with Alabaster has been prominent in this area for centuries and the exquisite pieces born from it by the skilled hands of sculptors is guaranteed to take your breath away!

Choose from a variety of Volterra luxury villas where you can live the life of kings and queens during your stay here!

If you feel like enjoying the fresh air of the great outdoors and a historical cultural trip all in one then get set for a hiking or cycling trail along an ancient highway of Italy called Via Clodia! It’s believed to have been built by the Romans and continues on form the Etruscan road called Via Cava.

It’s paved with cobblestones quite a lot of the way and continues for a distance of 250 kilometres, connecting the southern part of Tuscany to Rome.

Visitors can even book an enchanting horse ride along Via Clodia, the 2000 year old road which offers many attractions along the way.

You may have read our previous article about the great work of a non-profit Italian organization called the FAI (Fondo per l'Ambiente Italiano). They launched an innovative project called ‘Luoghi del Cuore’ which is aimed at raising awareness of national cultural and historical attractions which have fallen into disrepair and require funding to restore them to their former glory.

This year the votes are pouring in and so far in 2014, a beautiful Tuscan landmark called the ‘Certosa of Calci’ is leading the way! Situated only ten kilometres from Pisa is an ancient monastery of the Certosine Order in Graziosa Valley. Founded in 1366 it began as a humble residence of monks and continued as one for several centuries.

Stay in a charming villa rental in Pisa where you can easily visit the Certosa of Calci among many other intriguing attractions in the province.

When touring around Florence to admire its cultural treasures, you will no doubt come upon the majestic complex of Santa Maria del Fiore! This enchanting place is home to the gigantic cathedral of Florence with its infamous dome, the opera museum, the baptistery, Giotto’s bell tower and the underground crypt of Santa Reparata. The great news is that tourists can avail of all these attractions by only needing to buy one convenient ticket!

Book a vacation rental in Florence where you can easily travel in to see this site as well as many other enchanting attractions of the city.