About Tuscany
Tuscany, Italian Tuscany, region (region), west-central Italy. It is located along the Tyrrhenian and Ligurian coasts and includes the provinces (provinces) of Massa-Carrara, Lucca,
Pistoia, Prato, Florence, Livorno, Pisa, Arezzo, Siena and Grosseto. Tuscany is a transitional region with a large part of the former Grand Duchy of that name close to the Italian mainland.
It is characterized by a combination of gently rolling hills that lead to mountain peaks that form a formidable barrier between Tuscany and the southern region. It is located to the north and northeast from the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines and the Apuan Alps, which are separated by many long valleys from the Apennine mountains of Mount Albano, Mount Pratomagno and others. South of Siena, the surface rises to the hills and mountains that are not fertile, such as Mount Metallifere, Mount Amiata and Mount Argentario on the coast. The plains of Tuscany are inland valleys, such as those of the Arno River, or coastal plains, such as the Maremma. Area 8,877 square miles (22,992 square km). Pop. (2022 first) 3,676,285.
Facts about Tuscany
Pinocchio is from Tuscany
A man named Carlo Collodi invented Disney’s cute little puppet a long time ago. Carlo wrote The Adventures of Pinocchio in 1883, and was greatly inspired by Tuscany, where he grew up.
The first highway in Europe is in Tuscany
The roads were built by the Romans a long time ago, but when the Roman Empire fell, the roads were abandoned and no nation would build them again. Quickly on 1339: The arrow and all their customers issued the flogence town, to support traffic lights.
Florence has become his first European city to make his streets Medicine is often used soon, and the whole cities that the entire community of the country went on their street.
The Italian language was developed from the Tuscan dialect
There has not always been a universal language in Italy. In fact, there used to be a variety of dialects, all derived from Latin. During the Renaissance, around the 14th century, the Tuscan writer Dante wrote poems in Florentine, the local dialect of Florence.
His work spread throughout the country, and soon the written dialect became the most widely understood dialect in Italy. As many people wrote in Florentine and used the dialect, it became the foundation of the new national language of Italy: Italian.
The mathematician Fibonacci was from Tuscany
Tuscany is the birthplace of the famous mathematician, Fibonacci. Leonardo Fibonacci was born in Pisa and is considered by many to be the first to introduce the decimal system to Europe.
Things To Do In Tuscany
Visit the FLORENCE HISTORY CENTER
Home of the Uffizi Gallery and Michelangelo David, famous squares and bridges, the incredible Duomo, as well as palaces, gardens and landmarks, Florence will not miss any visit. in Tuscany.
Most of Florence’s attractions are located in its small towns. The historic center of Florence is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
For the best experience, plan to spend at least two days in Florence. This gives you just enough time to go to the main points, climb a few towers for a panoramic view of the city, visit a few photogenic viewpoints.
Road trip in Val D’ORCIA
Val d’Orcia is one of the most beautiful regions in Tuscany. With its rolling hills and rows of cypress trees, it is one of Tuscany’s most iconic landmarks and a source of inspiration for Renaissance artists.
Montalcino, Pienza and San Quirico d’Orcia are located in the Val d’Orcia and this is also where the wines Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano are produced.
Visit the basement in MONTEPULCIANO
This is another mountain village where wine tasting is the first thing to do.
Underground bars are found in Montepulciano, and enjoying a drink in one (or more) of these rooms is a must for wine lovers. But you can also walk through the beautiful streets, climb to the top of the tower to admire the view of Montepulciano and take a history lesson in the museum.
DAYTIME AT SAN QUIRICO D’ORCIA
San Quirico d’Orcia is a famous town in Tuscany, but it’s a great place to have lunch or dinner while walking around another beautiful Tuscan town. This village is located in the Val d’Orcia, not far from Montalcino and Pienza. The list of sights is small. Stroll along Via Dante Alighieri, the city’s main street, to the Collegiate Church of San Quirico d’Orcia and then to the Horti Leonini. For a small town, San Quirico is also home to an impressive list of restaurants, including a few with Michelin stars.
