Tuscany (Italian: Toscana, pronounced [tosˈkaːna]) is a region in Italy. It has an area of about 23,000 square kilometres (8,900 sq mi) and a population of about 3.75 million inhabitants. The regional capital is Florence (Firenze). Tuscany is known for its gorgeous landscapes, its rich artistic legacy and its vast influence on high culture. Tuscany is widely regarded as the true birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, and has been home to some of the most influential people in the history of arts and science, such as Petrarch, Dante, Botticelli, Michelangelo, Niccolo Machiavelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Galileo Galilei, Amerigo Vespucci, Luca Pacioli and Puccini. Due to this, the region has several museums (such as the Uffizi, the Pitti Palace and the Chianciano Museum of Art). Tuscany has a unique culinary tradition, and is famous for its wines (most famous of which are Chianti, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Morellino di Scansano and Brunello di Montalcino). Six Tuscan localities have been designated World Heritage Sites: the historic centre of Florence (1982), the historical centre of Siena (1995), the square of the Cathedral of Pisa (1987), the historical centre of San Gimignano (1990), the historical centre of Pienza (1996) and the Val d'Orcia (2004). Furthermore, Tuscany has over 120 protected nature reserves. This makes Tuscany and its capital city Florence very popular tourist destinations, attracting millions of tourists every year. Florence itself receives an average of 10 million tourists a year, placing the city as one of the most visited in the world (in 2007, the city became the world's 46th most visited city, with over 1.715 million arrivals).[4] (Wikipeda)
City: Ansedonia | Neighborhood: Beach front
Beds:5 | Baths:4 | Sleeps:10
Lovely beach home, right on the beach in the Maremma are of the Tuscan Coast was once home to Puccini. 5 Bedrooms. May be combined with two other properties to sleep 20.
City: Barberino Di Mugello | Neighborhood: Florence
Beds:10 | Baths:7½ | Sleeps:20
Gracious and Aristocratic Renaissance Villa near Florence with Private Pool, 12 Bedrooms , 7.5 Bathrooms, and numerous Receptions rooms. Perfect for family gatherings, weddings, birthdays and other celebrations or gatherings.
City: Elba |
Beds:4 | Baths:4 | Sleeps:8
A wonderful family beach house on the beautiful island of Elba, overlooking the Mediterranean.With 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, it comfortably accommodates up to 8 people. Great Views, and a wonderful beach 100 meters away.
City: Porto Ercole | Neighborhood: Porto Ercole
Beds:5 | Baths:3½ | Sleeps:10
Lovely restored 18th century farmhouse at Argentario, the chicest coastal spot in Tuscany, convenient to so many interesting sites.
Beds:2 | Baths:2 | Sleeps:4
Apartment for 2 to 4. Beautiful harbor and mountain views, Terrace. Walk to restaurants, beaches, and shops.
City: San Casciano dei Bagni | Neighborhood: Siena
Beds:6 | Baths:7 | Sleeps:10
In Tuscany, a delightfully restored, 250 year old farm house, becomes designer's vacation spot. Sleeps 10; Offers annex with a covered heated pool, and jacuzzi for year around pleasure.
City: San Casciano Val di Pesa |
Beds:10 | Baths:9 | Sleeps:19
Renaissance Chateau with Pool near Florence and Siena, for Families, friends, or Conferences, 9 bedrooms. Possibility of Master Yoga classes Sleeps 19