… market of the Chianti Classico wine zone of Tuscany. It consists of a large part of the hilly territory between Florence and Sienna.
Italian shoppers would find Chianti to be such a wonderful place for buying Italian-designed goods. Dining …
August 28, 2010
August 24, 2010
Tom Cruise Producing the Bestseller The Monster of Florence
… eight double murders committed between 1968 and 1985, killing young couples in remote spots in the countryside around Florence.
The novel in reality is the counter investigation by the journalist Mario Spezi, who has looked into the …
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The Pink Villa – a Lucchese Villa for Rent
… >MAIN DISTANCES:
Lucca – 20 mins
Viareggio (seaside) – 20 mins
Pisa (nearest airport) – 50 mins
Florence (other airport) – 1 hour 15 mins
Siena – 2 hours 30 mins
Arezzo – 3 hours
This Tuscany holiday …
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August 19, 2010
Top Ten Things to do in Florence
… in Florence, so here is a list of my top things to see (Or: what would I do if I only had 2-3 days in Florence).
1. Go to the top of Giotto’s Campanile
This bell tower was built in the 14th century. From the top of it …
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August 17, 2010
Ideas for great vacations
… is incredible in Florence with the huge churches and ancient sites that are filled with history. Known for its wine, Florence is also a good city for leisure browsing and relaxation. Visit their many art and historical museums.
UNITED STATES …
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July 28, 2010
Discover the Amazing Florence – One of Italy’s Most Beautiful Towns
… wonderful views of city of Florence.
Then there is Palazzo della Signoria – a lively square that has lots of restaurants, bars and ice cream parlors and is a great place to grab a bite as you take a stop from your travel for …
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July 22, 2010
A look at Leonardo da Vincis personal life
… , and absorbed all the mechanical and military lore available in his time.
After a short apprenticeship to artists in Florence, he began to receive lucrative commissions from such noblemen as Lorenzo di Medici and Ludovico Sforza, the Duke …
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July 19, 2010
A Quick Guide To Tuscany
… city during your stay. A busy, chic city, full of amazing architecture, priceless art, great shopping and fantastic dining, Florence is captivating and many visitors return here for short breaks or special events. Tuscany is full of contrasts and …
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July 9, 2010
How to find out if youre a restaurantaholic
… Cardin, I knew I had the makings of a superb restaurantaholic.
MARVELLOUS cuisine revolutionized by Catherine de Medici from Florence in Italy who became Queen of France in 1547, has made France a magnet for food & wine lovers. Catherine …
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July 6, 2010
Why Study In Florence?
… splendor of these monuments to Italian history is something everyone should experience at least once in their lives. The restaurants with their authentic and delicious cuisine along with the small local shops strewn about the city add to the …
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