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140th Palio edition for Casole d’Elsa

It may not be as old as Siena’s, which apparently goes back until the Middle Ages, but 140 editions is quite a good feat in my personal opinion. The beautiful medieval hilltop town of Casole d’Elsa with its gorgeous Romanesque … Continua a leggere

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Iano, a picture window on Tuscany

If you’re looking for a picture window on Tuscany, visit Iano, in the heart of the region Continua a leggere

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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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Poggibonsi, under the shadow of San Gimignano’s towers

The province of Siena is a great favourite among tourists with stunning regions such as Chianti Senese, Val di Chiana, Val d’Orcia, Crete Senesi and the Val di Merse. However, not many people know that the second largest town of … Continua a leggere

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A look around Empoli

Usually off regular tourist routes, even though it’s on the main railway track from Florence to Pisa, is the town of Empoli located at about 20 km (12 miles) from Florence. Sitting in a plain to the south of the … Continua a leggere

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