The village of Saline, today a small hamlet a few kilometres from Volterra, takes its name from salt mining, a practice known in this area since ancient times. The Etruscans, the indigenous people of Tuscany who gave this region its unmistakable character, were already making use of the natural brine springs in this valley. Etruscans, […]
Autumn in Tuscany is a wonderful season: the air is crisp, the hills glow in warm colours, and almost every village hosts a fair, festival or local food event. Travelling in November means experiencing the region’s authentic soul – far from the summer crowds, close to everyday Tuscan life. In November, there’s always a tough […]
by Angelika Meisborn
Even though lavender doesn’t have a long tradition in Tuscany, today there are several local farmers growing these beautiful flowers.Walking through blooming lavender fields is truly special: the intense fragrance, the stunning colors, and the butterflies all around create a magical atmosphere. A Special Lavender Field in Massarosa (Lucca) In Massarosa, on Via delle Viottole, a little […]
by Angelika Meisborn
Spring is the perfect season to explore Tuscany with kids! Whether you’re into nature, history, or adventure, here are 12 fun ideas for an unforgettable day out, from interactive museums to castles, enchanted forests, and more. 1. Leonardo da Vinci Museum (Vinci) A journey into the genius of Leonardo! Kids can discover his inventions through interactive models and reconstructions. […]
Spring is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to start planning! In Tuscany, we’re lucky to have shorter winters compared to Northern Europe, which means we can enjoy stunning gardens at their best during this season. 1. The Ancient Camellia Exhibition in Lucca One of the must-see spring events is the Mostra Antiche […]
An abbazia is an abbey, which means that in order to become an abbey from a monastery, various canonical requirements must be met. The abbey is in Montione, a district of Cascina in the province of Pisa, near the river Arno. The first document is dated 30 April 780, where the foundation of the monastery […]
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 […]
The small Eremo della Spelonca is located on Mount Cupola in the Pisan Mountains. The Eremo della Spelonca is located on a hiking trail (numbers 120 and 00) and you can start from Santa Maria del Giudice (Lucca) from the upper part of the town or through the tunnel to San Giuliano Terme (Pisa). You […]
The church of San Jacopo di Lupeta is near the village of Vicopisano. The original name of the church was San Mamiliano Vescovo, as you can read on the entrance portal. The church and a monastery with the name San Mamiliano are mentioned in writing as early as 757. A relief figure from the period […]
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
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