Tuscany, Italy - Region Guide
For many people Tuscany is Italy. The rolling countryside, medieval hill towns and renaissance arts in cities such as Florence make Tuscany one of the most beautiful regions of Italy.
Highlights
FlorenceFlorence is one of Italy's most beautiful cities and has a wealth of cultural heritage. The galleries are fantastic and contain an unequalled amount of Renaissance paintings and sculptures.
PisaThe world famous leaning tower is just part of a larger set of buildings set in the 'Plaza del Miracoli', the 'Plaza of Miracles'. The cathedral and baptistery lean as well as the bell tower, although to a much lesser extent.
San GimignanoThis strange town is perched on top of a hill surrounded by the Tuscan countryside. It's main features are a dozen tall towers each three or four stories higher than the neighbouring buildings, built in the 11th century by the town's feuding families.
SiennaSienna is touted as one of the most captivating towns in Italy and hold one of the oldest Palio (horse races) in Italy
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Grossglockner High Alpine Road, Austria
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