Everybody Loves Tuscany

Stained glass windows of dome Inside Museo Del Duomo there is an area set up showing projections of the stained glass windows of the dome of the Florence Cathedral.  Here is a video I took of these projections. JOIN US ON THE NEXT PAGE FOR THE VIDEO

Appennine Colossus Giambologna was a sculptor who became famous for his bronze and marble statues that he designed and shaped following the principles of the late Renaissance style. One of his most extraordinary creations is the majestic Appennine Colossus, which can be found within the gardens of the former Villa Medici in Pratolino, just 7 miles away […]

La Terrazza Mascagni The Mascagni Terrace or La Terrazza Mascagni is a large open space bordered on the seaward side by a winding balustrade composed of 4.100 elegant baluster columns cast in concrete. The paving consists in a chequered pattern with an area 8.700 square metres, made up of 34.800 black and white paving slabs. […]

Montepulciano, Italy: Tuscan Dolce Vita Montepulciano (Italian: [ˌmontepulˈtʃaːno]) is a medieval and Renaissance hill town and comune in the Italian province of Siena in southern Tuscany. It sits high on a 605-metre (1,985 ft) limestone ridge, 13 kilometres (8 mi) east of Pienza, 70 kilometres (43 mi) southeast of Siena, 124 kilometres (77 mi) southeast […]

Val d’Orcia The Val d’Orcia, or Valdorcia, is a region of Tuscany, central Italy, which extends from the hills south of Siena to Monte Amiata. It is characterised by gentle, carefully cultivated hills occasionally broken by gullies and by picturesque towns and villages such as Pienza (rebuilt as an “ideal town” in the 15th century […]

Artisan Chocolate Fair The Artisan chocolate Fair or Fiera del cioccolato is a 10 day event in Florence. Artisan chocolate makers present a wide variety of chocolate that is guaranteed to entice anyone with a sweet tooth.  This event takes place annually in February so if you are traveling off season, be sure to stop […]

Live Music on The Ponte Vecchio The Ponte Vecchio, also known as Old Bridge, is the most famous bridge in Florence.  This bridge houses many jewelry shops and is a major tourist attraction over the Arno River.  There are 2 wide terraces on the bridge which offer a spectacular view of the river. During many […]

Italian Cured Meats There are many cured meats in Italy. These meats include but are not limited to Capicola; Prosciutto; Soppressata; Finocchiona; Speck; and Pancetta. Take a look at the size of these meats in the photos which were taken at La Fiera di Scandicci. Which is your favorite? [cycloneslider id=”4680″] Italy is a dream […]

BACIO AL PIAZZALE Florence celebrated Valentine’s Day in Piazzale Michelangelo with live music, shows and a photo op behind a giant frame. Whether you had a significant other or not, the crowds were out to give a kiss to Florence. This celebration also officially marked off the new car free zone in this scenic piazza. […]

Wedding in Florence Have you ever thought of getting married or renewing your vows in Florence?  Think a magical background for photos and feeling like royalty at Palazzo Vecchio.  Take a look at this video and imagine your memorable day! JOIN US ON THE NEXT PAGE FOR THE VIDEO