Archivi categoria: Tuscany

Scoppio del Carro, exploding carts in Florence on Easter Sunday

If you’re visiting Florence during the Easter holidays be sure not to miss one of the town’s oldest and most popular traditions: the Explosion of the Cart. Continua a leggere

Pubblicato in Accommodations in Florence, Accommodations in Tuscany, Culture in Tuscany, Events in Florence, Florence, Folklore in Tuscany, Tuscan churches and cathedrals, Tuscan lifestyle, Tuscan towns and cities, Tuscany | Contrassegnato , , , , , , , | Lascia un commento

From Kandinsky to Pollock, the Art of the Guggenheim Collections

A display of masterpieces from European and American 20th century art on display at Palazzo Strozzi, Florence. Continua a leggere

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The last Medici, the Electress Palatine who saved Florence’s art

How Anna Maria Luisa turned Florence into the worldwide capital of art and tourism. Continua a leggere

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Vernio, tradition and polenta

How Florentine Counts Bardi saved not only Edward III of England and Columbus’ trips but also a commune in Prato, and with only some chestnut flour, dried cod and herrings. Continua a leggere

Pubblicato in Culture in Tuscany, Events around Prato, Festivals and feasts in Tuscany, Folklore in Tuscany, Prato, Tuscan food and wine, Tuscan traditions, Tuscany | Contrassegnato , , , , , | Lascia un commento

Anteprima del Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2016

A great opportunity for all wine lovers is coming up. Montepulciano is hosting a preview of Super Tuscan Vino Nobile.
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Pubblicato in Events around Siena, Events in Valdichiana, Fêtes & showcases in Tuscany, Tuscan food and wine, Tuscan lifestyle, Tuscan wineries, Tuscany, Valdichiana | Contrassegnato , , , | Lascia un commento