Poppi
Poppi is a small cosy town in Tuscany situated around 40 km to the north of Arezzo. The town founded by Etruscans has been preserved in latter mediaeval state. Modern tourists will be interested in Madonna del Morbo church and ancient San Fedele church with 6 richest Renaissance altars in the central nave.
Castello dei Conti Guidi is the castle which is the highest point in Poppi. It is beautified with frescoes and has the richest library inside. There is a superb park near the castle which gives you not only the beauty of the nature but also many sculptures. Here there is a fine view on the nearby city Bibbiena.
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27/09/2011
Tuscany: Gastronomic Festivals in October
Towns and villages of Tuscany hold various gastronomic festivals regularly from May to October. These events are dedicated to some product or dish typical for this area. Usually such festivals are organized on days-off. Sometimes they last for a couple of weekends. Fairs are often combined with diverse entertainment program. The October of 2011 offers a number of gastronomic events in Tuscany.
15/07/2011
Tarot Garden
The Tarot garden as a work of art is a combination of landscape design, sculpture and architecture. The garden is located on the southern slope of the Garavicchio hill in the Tuscan Maremma, a few kilometers away from the town of Capalbio. The Franko-American artist Niki de Saint Phalle created it.
25/05/2011
Versiliana
The festival of Versiliana is held in the town of Marina di Pietrasanta located in Tuscany, Italy. It lasts for two months from July, 1 till August, 31. The program of the 32nd festival traditionally includes drama performances, dances, musical show, as well as café meetings, entertaining events, and exhibitions.
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