The holy mountain of San Vivaldo is also called the Jerusalem of Tuscany. Coming from Montaione towards Iano you come to San Vivaldo. the small Jerusalem between Montaione and San Miniato with 25 chapels The chapels are scattered in the middle of the forest, not randomly but modeled on Jerusalem. The atmosphere is unique, with […]
by Angelika Meisborn
Finally, after a long time, a few weeks ago, mum and I went for a walk in Lucca. Our favorite city and the place where we often get away from work and enjoy our mother and daughter moments. Our fixed stops are mainly two. An aperitif or a cappuccino at the “Caffè del Mercato” in […]
by Angelika Meisborn
Calci is known for the Certosa, although the town near Pisa is rich in attractions and culture. The town on the edge of the Pisan Mountains was already inhabited in ancient times and many of the populations who lived here have left their mark. The Pieve dei Santi Giovanni ed Ermolao was built between 1095 […]
There is a little oasis in Tuscany that is hardly known. An area where time has stood still. Where you can see the authentic Tuscany on every corner, far from the tourist crowds. Few of them know it as the “Valleriana” valley, but most as “Svizzera Pesciatina” (Pescia Switzerland). This last name is relatively new, because […]
by Angelika Meisborn
What is craftsmanship? Who is the craftsman? It’s a passion, an art that requires a lot of willpower and love, because working the craftsman gives you a piece of himself! Leather goods are one of the excellences of Tuscan craftsmanship. To become an excellence, it must be rooted for a long time in history. This […]
by Angelika Meisborn
Uzzano Castello is an idyllic place. Time has stood still here.Uzzano was not discovered by tourism and therefore it’s the mirror of authentic Tuscany. That’s why I love to walk around here, to lose myself in the small authentic streets and to enjoy the breathtaking panorama. The history of Uzzano is very old and long. […]
by Angelika Meisborn
Every journey involves possible pitfalls that can lead to awkward situations or unexpected expenses when things go really bad. It all starts when you cross the border. The motorway implies a ticket and its price depends on mileage. You have to pick up the ticket when you enter the motorway and show it when you […]
by Angelika Meisborn
Tuscany is full of UNESCO sites and the historical centre of Siena is one of them. Indeed, the city is one of the most remarkable examples of gothic and medieval Italian architecture. Its main square is the universal symbol of the city. Piazza del campo commonly known as “Il campo” is unique thanks to its […]
by Angelika Meisborn
One of the most famous architectonic symbols is the Tower of Pisa. It attracts tourists from all over the world and we are sure that nobody has ever visited Tuscany without dropping in to see the incredible Leaning Tower situated in Piazza dei Miracoli. The Dome square represents the most important artistic and touristic centre […]
by Angelika Meisborn
Lucca is one of the destinations you cannot forget to add to your Tuscan- itinerary! This town is characterized by walls, narrow streets, squares and churches. Wandering through its streets you can enjoy the sound of history. One of the places you cannot miss is Piazza dell’Anfiteatro, have you ever heard something about it? It […]
by Angelika Meisborn
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