Tuscany information: culture, travel and practical context
We always have some special feelings before going somewhere abroad. Some people are pleasantly excited and anticipate impressions, acquaintance with new places and good people. At the same time sometimes we may feel some inconvenience especially when you need to take care of all the organization of the trip yourself. Cautious tourists try to find out as much as possible about the place of destination.
Useful information on these pages, hopefully, will make your trip safe and pleasant.
Use this background together with Tuscany regions, holiday ideas and accommodation options.
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Climate and landscapes of Tuscany
Mild climate of Tuscany makes it very charming and especially in the coastal zone. The average temperature of Versilia region in summer is...
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According to the legend, the islands of the Tuscan archipelago appeared from the torn necklace which belonged to the goddess of love, Venus. They have been embracing Tuscan lands at the border of the Ligurian Sea and the Tyrrhenian Sea since that time.
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When coming back from Tuscany it is always pleasant to take something which will keep memories of this marvelous place. Aside many souvenirs there is a wide choice of goods peculiar to this or that province of Tuscany. Lucca, Prato, Siena and Florence are famous for their clothes which were already popular in the mediaeval times.
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One can only admire the combination of high level of transport development and perfect environment in Tuscany. Local government pays much attention to the air and coastal waters protection.
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Tuscan cuisine has its own features in every province and still has some common peculiarities which distinguish it from other cuisines in the world. One of the unique features is olive oil and bread which are at the same time additional and compulsory ingredients of many recipes. Local savoury herbs (rosemary, thyme, basil, sage, parsley, etc.), garlic and onion are used for dressing.
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Telephone communication in Tuscany
Inquiry office in Italy – 100
Emergency service (Carabinieri) - 112
Police (Polizia) - 113
Ambulance (Pronto soccorso) – 118 (Medical services for foreigners are provided on paid basis. Pharmacies also provide the information about the places where you can get medical help.)
Fire prevention (Vigili del fuoco) - 115
Emergency repair service for cars - 116
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Working hours of banks, museums, cafes of Tuscany
First of all it is important to remember that the majority of Italian shops and banks are closed on Sundays. Only supermarkets in the tourism centers make the exception. Monday traditionally is the day off for museums.
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