The Italian region of Tuscany is a feast for all senses. A creative incubator that has cultivated art and architecture for eras including Etruscan, Roman, Renaissance and modern times. Timeworn churches, once stops on nineteenth-century Grand Tours, stand tall in the towns' piazzas. Rolling hills of wheat and colorful olive groves, that inspire authentic Tuscan cuisine, are dotted with villas built by the prestigious Medici family. The Tyrrhenian Sea extends off its coast, lapping the shore of Elba, the island where the emperor Napoleon was exiled. Quaint villages, historic towns and bustling cities are scattered across its landscape, which is almost as varied as the communities themselves. From annual horse races at Piazza del Campo, and the centuries-old winemaking traditions of the Chianti region to the city of Pisa, an ancient Maritime Republic known for the youthful spirit of its Scuola Normale Superiore and Leaning Tower alike, Tuscany is the place of dreams, where thousands come to relive its history and take in the beauty of a region of Italy.

Immerse yourself in Tuscany, the Italian region that is a feast for all senses. This stunning book takes you on a journey through a creative incubator that has cultivated art and architecture for eras, from Etruscan and Roman times to the Renaissance and modern day. Lose yourself in the rolling hills of wheat and colorful olive groves, dotted with villas built by the prestigious Medici family. Discover timeworn churches, the Tyrrhenian coast, and the island of Elba. From the annual horse races at Piazza del Campo and the centuries-old winemaking traditions of the Chianti region to the city of Pisa, this book captures the dream and beauty of one of Italy's most cherished regions.

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