In January 2020, the city of Lucca, nicknamed the City of Churches, commemorated 950 years of the founding of its Cathedral, San Martino. Inside the cathedral, what was for centuries an object of veneration, by millions of pilgrims, the Holy Face (Volto Santo) will be restored, along with the beautiful funeral monument dedicated to Ilaria… Read More »
Lucca Comics & Games
A UNIQUE EVENT IN EUROPE. The beautiful Lucca is also known as “The city of 100 churches”. Over the centuries it has been protagonist of Tuscany’s history together with Florence, Pisa, Pistoia and Siena, but not many know that it also has a more contemporary uniqueness. As a matter of fact, every year it hosts… Read More »
Montecatini: SPA and Wellness in Tuscany
In Tuscany, Montecatini Terme is a reference point for those who are looking for mind wellness, with facilities and treatments suitable for people of any age. Here you will dive in an atmosphere connected to the beautiful thermal resorts and their fascinating architecture style. You will spend pleasant moments of full relax, special tasting experiences… Read More »
Special Visit of Siena
With their architecture and art treasures, the Campo Square, the Cathedral and the Church Saint Mary (Santa Maria della Scala) are fundamental interest points for those who are going to visit Siena and its ancient center, even just for a day. The true charm of the city is especially striking if you have the chance… Read More »
Chianti Wine in Tuscany
Nowadays Chianti is undoubtedly the most widespread and renowned wine worldwide, even more than Champagne. The Chianti wine DOCG is produced in the heart of Tuscany, a vast area among the provinces of Florence, Pistoia, Prato and Siena, with hilly areas, large terracing and valleys crossed by rivers and streams.More in details, on 24 May… Read More »
Verrocchio, Leonardo’s Master
Art and beauty lovers couldn’t miss this appointment (Palazzo Strozzi and Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence, 09 March – 14 July, 2019) where to discover the real essence of Renaissance through the works and the influence of “Leonardo’s Master”: Verrocchio ! After training periods as goldsmith and sculptor at Donatello and Desiderio da Settignano workshops,… Read More »