A great park just outside the center of the city, and a nice walk away from the crowds of the major sites. Also, home to the second leaning tower in the city! Read More 2 Comments
Written by gloria on April 21, 2010
My favourite street in the city: beautiful buildings, an imposing medieval church, excellent restaurants, popular pubs, very interesting locals, and several peculiar stores. Read More 3 Comments
Written by gloria on March 24, 2010
It is not always true that the off-the-beaten-path attractions in a city are smaller or more modest buildings. The imposing Church of San Francesco is hardly included in self-guided tours of Pisa, let alone the guided tours. Yet it is one of the most beautiful churches in Tuscany, with a wealth of treasures to discover and enjoy. Read More 5 Comments
Written by gloria on March 23, 2010
Located outside the major tourist routes in the city, Piazza San Silvestro has an ancient and glorious history. It contains a beautiful church and a former convent, now housing one of the most modern and advanced laboratories for nanotechnology research. Read More 1 Comment
Written by gloria on January 31, 2010
Some people believe that there is no such thing as “off-the-beaten-path Tuscany”, and yet, most people don’t know anything about the Abbazia Ardenghesca. Read More 11 Comments
Written by gloria on June 16, 2009
If Keith of Velvet Escape ever asks me to write something about a “velvet moment”, well, this will be my story! Read More
An itinerary for a scenic drive in the inland areas of the Maremma, perfect also for walks, bike tours and horseback rides. Read More
Our friend Letizia, owner of the beautiful countryside home and cooking school Alla Madonna del Piatto, near Assisi, in Umbria, tells us how good fami Read More
When you are lucky enough to meet guests who truly appreciate what you have to give, it is a great feeling. And when the accommodation you offer is mu Read More
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