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Casciana Terme, the warm heart of Tuscany

In the heart of the Pisan Hills region lies the town of Casciana Terme, one of many dotting these knolls. The name Casciana derives from the Latin name Cassius, so presumably it was the “Land of Cassio”, but a first … Continua a leggere

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The Befana comes by night…

With Christmas and New Years Eve behind us, the holiday season is coming to its end. Here in Italy the final kick comes from an old woman who delivers gifts to children on Epiphany Eve flying through the skies on … Continua a leggere

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Special effects in Livorno with Effetto Venezia

Livorno’s fascinating district, Venezia Nuova, is the backdrop to the international folkloristic event Effetto Venezia. Music, shows, installations, street entertainment, international food and much more await you along the magnificent maze of canals of this amazing city. Continua a leggere

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Calcio Storico Fiorentino – the real ‘kick game’

This month sees the return of the historical Florentine football game, the Calcio Storico Fiorentino, in which the four quarters of the town compete in 16th-century historical costumes against the magnificent backdrop of Piazza Santa Croce. The teams are made … Continua a leggere

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Giugno Pisano – June is Pisa’s month

June is a very special month for Pisa. In fact, it is the period in which the town celebrates most of its historical events and traditions. Every year, on the night of the 16th of June, the river Arno reflects … Continua a leggere

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