67 years ago, 953 people died under Allies’ bombs. To the people who think some areas of the city are shabby because there is a ruin of a building or an ugly building has replaced an older palace, well, I would like to say that those are the scars of the price Pisa paid for our freedom. They are your history too. Treat them with respect. Read More 4 Comments
Written by gloria on August 31, 2010
Can you believe that in Tuscany there are still people making agricultural tools with hammer and anvil? Or people making a living by making poles for vineyards? Well, there are. 96 of them to be precise. Read More 1 Comment
Written by gloria on August 14, 2010
Some farmers are actually starting growing lavender in Tuscany and here are a few things I have discovered about it so far. Read More 4 Comments
Written by gloria on July 8, 2010
There are many interesting museums and galleries in Pisa which are outside the major tourist path. Art Wednesday is the perfect excuse to talk about them! Read More 1 Comment
Written by gloria on May 5, 2010
The milk stores are back: milk is cheaper, tastier and good for the environment. Read More 3 Comments
Written by gloria on February 27, 2010
The many women who fought so that Italy could become the country that it is today. Read More 3 Comments
Written by gloria on February 2, 2010
Inspired by the many top 10 lists I’ve seen over the last few days, I’ve decided to publish mine too! Read More 1 Comment
Written by gloria on January 2, 2010
Tuscany was the first country to abolish death penalty and torture in 1786. Certainly a reason to be very proud. Read More No Comments
Written by gloria on November 30, 2009
For those who never miss a chance to try inexpensive traditional food, drink good wine and dance in an Italian square with the locals, here is a list of the sagre in Tuscany in the month of June. Read More 3 Comments
Written by gloria on June 6, 2009
I have just found about this amazing site. It’s called Arounder and it contains a selection of great 360° views of a lot of cities. Check the virtual tours of Florence and Pisa! Read More No Comments
Written by gloria on June 4, 2009
67 years ago, 953 people died under Allies’ bombs. To the people who think some areas of the city are shabby because there is a ruin of a buildi Read More
Pauline is often “slow-traveling” the world so, to her, “home is where you hang your hat”. Here is what would make her feel at Read More
A visit to three wineries to discover some excellent Montecucco DOC wines and some great local wineries. Read More
If you grow up in a village in the countryside of Tuscany, you are destined to handle mirrors and olive oil with care, but stepping on poo will never Read More
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