San Gimignano is a medieval town known for its multitude of towers- back in the day - it had 72- that's a lot for a beautiful little town....
a typical Tuscana vista....
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Siena is famous for its historical centre and the Palio, a horse race held twice yearly.
The Duomo of Siena is a beautiful example of Romanesque architecture in
Italy. The construction of the cathedral began in the 12th century and
the façade was completed by 1380. Source: Life in Italy.com
old streets of Siena
in the Piazza del Campo and looking at the Palazzo Pubblico (town hall....
checking the map... the finger's on the Duomo....
Where the film La vita è bella, 1997 was filmed....
...looking up the street to the Santa Maria della Pieve
..in the Piazza Grande (above and below)
The Communal Palace in Arezzo
Church of San Domenico
One of the best meals I've ever had....sorry got no photos as it was all over so quickly and deliciously!!
More about Arezzo....
Last but by no means least...Viareggio.. there for only a few short hours - I will return at Carnvale time!
Viareggio is the second largest city within the Province of Lucca
Viareggio is the second largest city within the Province of Lucca
the beach- at dust and sunset...
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