Risultati della ricerca di: art

Florence: The Cavalcade of the Magi

It might not be Wagner’s Ride of the Valkyries, but one must admit that the scenario of the domed cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is similarly breathtaking! To celebrate the Epiphany Florence has brushed up one of its oldest … Continua a leggere

Pubblicato in Culture and accommodations in Tuscany, Folklore and accommodations in Tuscany | Lascia un commento

Bagni di Lucca celebrates its Epiphany… with polenta

The thermal town of Bagni di Lucca was known for its springs since the Etruscan and Roman Ages. It later became the summer residence of Napoleon’s court and with the French occupation reached its maximum splendour. It was during this … Continua a leggere

Pubblicato in Festivals and feasts in Tuscany, Tuscan food and wine | Lascia un commento

The Silk Road… stopping at Lucca

The beautiful walled town of Lucca is hosting another interesting exhibition until the 31st January at the Guinigi Palace.  “The Silk Road” comprises over 130 masterpieces of textile art to relate the millennial history of the relationship between East and … Continua a leggere

Pubblicato in Exhibitions and accommodations in Tuscany | Lascia un commento

Sansepolcro and its Millennium Celebrations

Throughout 2012 and early 2013, Sansepolcro, near Arezzo, is celebrating the Millennium of its city and cathedral. Over 50 events in all kind of fields – culture, art, economics and science – to underline the international dimension of Sansepolcro, city … Continua a leggere

Pubblicato in Culture and accommodations in Tuscany, Music and events | Lascia un commento

“Andy Warhol… in the City”… of Porcari

The beautiful walled town of Lucca certainly has many events to offer all year round, but now even the small towns in its surroundings are starting to boast outstanding events. Until January 29th, in fact, the Palazzo di Vetro in … Continua a leggere

Pubblicato in Art and accommodations | Lascia un commento