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–– F L O R E N C E ––
In
Florence, streets have names that recount ancient events and intriguing
stories. Buildings have shapes that reveal life as it was centuries ago.
Even corners have names here. Walk with us through history, learning about
the fascinating facts and anecdotes of a city where each stone has a story
to tell.
Our
walks are windows on the colorful neighborhoods of Florence, and include
world-famous monuments as well as little-known cultural details. We pay
particular attention to the relation between the present and the past. Click on the two links below to be taken to detailed descriptions of our:
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–– S I E N A –– Today Siena is a relatively small city. At the peak of its splendor it had few equals in Europe in terms of wealth, power and beauty. When Siena's turbulent history canceled its political prominence, its beauty remained intact. No other city in Europe embodies the Middle Ages better than Siena. But Siena also has a special story to tell, that of its effort not to be overshadowed by its eternal enemy, Florence. The most important buildings in Siena speak of the pride of its citizens and their determination to be second to no one in elegance and prestige.
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–– LUCCA –– Once the capital of Tuscany before Florence's rise to power, Lucca is rich with millenary churches, exquisite art, and unique urban environments: from the elliptical square traced over the ruins of the Roman amphitheater, to the imposing Renaissance ramparts, which one can now explore on foot or even by bicycle! Beyond its fascinating past, Lucca is today one of the most charming, livable Tuscan cities, which has miraculously kept itself at human scale, unspoiled by mass tourism.
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–– CHIANTI ––
The
area between Florence and Siena, known as Chianti, is one of the most
prominent wine-producing regions in the world. But wine is not the
only reason for the region's fame. The landscape has a unique type of
beauty. Tuscany is a land of softly rolling hills where a perfect
balance between nature and human activity has been reached. The views
belong in a Renaissance painting.
Our Chianti excursions vary
depending on the season, the weather, and the special events that may occur
in the region throughout the year. A typical excursion may include a walk through
of one of the many stone villages, often built from the ruins of
Medieval castles; a visit to one of the Etruscan tombs that dot
the hills of the countryside; and last but not least, a visit to a
local winery or tasting room, where one can sample our local wines.
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