Tuscany: Insider guides (Ultimi inserimenti)
The theater season in San Gimignano
It opened on the new theater season "Leggieri d' Inverno" 2014/2015 which will last until April 30. "All ready for a big trip in a small theater" is the slogan of this year's festival.
Tel. +390577942014
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St Anna in Camprena and The English Patient
If you like "The English Patient", you cannot miss the visit of S.Anna in Camprena monastery, just out of our hamlet. This was the location of all the Tuscan scenes of the popular movie. Also remarkable the refectory frescoed by Sodoma.
Tel. +39 0578 748037
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Grotta Giusti Spa
Traditional therapeutic spa inside a millennial grotto combined to well being treatments. Care for the body with a natural and healing relax
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Elba by Mountain Bike
At a leisurely pace, or with a sense of adventure: everyone has a different style and can be satisfied with the biking on Elba, both on trail and off through shaded woods directly above the sea.
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LA TERRABRUGA
Our popular ceramics called "cocci", are made with the traditional process that still work in the laboratory in the historic centre of Cortona, where several kind of products was born over the years according to the market needs.
Tel. +39 0575 604405
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FALCONRY ACTVITY
You will learn about this noble art and different kind of falcons and their characteristics, how to meet them how to feed this noble birds.
Tel. +39 0575 612679
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Cycling and Mountain Biking
The Orcia Valley (Tuscany) there is a wonderful network of trails for hiking and mountain biking. Over 200 km of nature trails with breathtaking views, possibility to download the GPS data for the navigator of the bicycle.
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ORGANIC PIZZA DINNER
Have fun cooking a real organic pizza in our wood oven!
We will provide you the whole-leavened organic whole wheat pasta with dough for 48 hours and all the ingredients, including vegetables from our organic synergistic vegetable garden
Tel. +393294250285
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Cala Violina
Cala Violina beach is perhaps the most beautiful bay in all of Tuscany. Wild and unspoilt is the perfect place to live out of season. You can walk with a white road with perfect views for running, hiking and biking
Tel. +39056637023
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Monte Oliveto Maggiore Abbey
Lovely abbey of Benedictine monks in the heart of nature. Worth a visit for its magnificent location for both the magnificent frescoes.
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Arte a Colori Gallery
A Contemporary Art Gallery of painting and sculpture, realized by well-known artists and art-beginners, that organize events and theme exhibitions where the world of art meets social backgrounds, as in "Meet Art, Feed Art" exhibit.
Tel. +39 0577 1981483
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The Cliffs of Capo Sant'Andrea
For those who love steep cliffs, Capo Sant'Andrea is a must-see. One of the most beautiful seaside cliffs in the world, shaped by millenia of wind and water, with its stark white granite face standing guard over the bright blue waves below.
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Podere il Casale
For food lovers, own organic produce and own sheep cheese. Possibility to have "just" a cheese tasting or enjoy their meals at lunch and dinner. Spectacular sunsets with views over the Valdorcia. Booking required.
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Pienza and its Pieve di Corsignano
Pienza is a well-known town, deeply connected with the history of our hamlet, because of Pope Pius II, member of the Piccolomini family. Not so popular though it's the ancient church of Pieve di Corsignano, just out of town.
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Roselle
Roselle is one of the oldest archaeological sites in this area rich in Etruscan and Roman remains. The Roman theater is still well preserved and in the summer becomes a venue for theatrical performances.
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The Etruscan tomb and museum in Sarteano
In 2003 in the countryside around Sarteano an amazing frescoed tomb dating back to 4th century BC was discovered. A guided tour inside this wonderful Etruscan tomb is a journey through time that reveals many aspects of this ancient people.
Tel. +39 0578 269261
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Boat tours
Discover the most pristine hidden coves, dive into the crystal clear sea, take a quick trip to the island of Capraia: all this on your own private boat. Enjoy a day on the sea, circling the island of Elba with stops at Enfola and the Forno.
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Free Terme di Bagno San Filippo
Among the most evocative of Amiata. You can bathe in this monumental waterfall sound, surrounded by a grove of oaks and pines and fir trees, along a small path leading to the pool real
Tel. +39 0578755167
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The Chianti Sculpture Park in Pievasciata
Just 10 km far from Siena, this Park hosts a permanent exhibition of contemporary sculptures and installations, which stand in a perfect integration of art and nature.
Tel. +39 0577 357151
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Il Palazzone - Az. Agricola Vitivinicola
A small farm, a great Brunello.
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Pietrasanta
Elegant salon of shopping, rich with history, art and culture, Pietrasanta is an ancient town .
The many open air restaurants, the artisans' workshops and numerous musical and theatrical events make it a special place for all seasons!
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MTB E-BIKE RENTAL
EBike, Model Scott e.spark 710 suitable for off-road and white roads
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Tredici Gobbi
Typical Florentine cuisine. To try the "Rigatoni in a bowl" (Rigatoni nella zuppiera).
Tel. +39 055 284015
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Il Santo Bevitore
Local cuisine, good selection of wines, simple but very nice menu.
Tel. +39 055 211264
Restaurants
'900 Exibition in San Gimignano
In San Gimignano is staging an exhibition of art of the highest level with the masterpieces of the twentieth century, Carlo Carra, Giorgio De Chirico and Renato Guttuso.
Tel. +390577942014
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Abbazia di Monteoliveto
A real gem, adorned with important artworks and surrounded by breathtakingly beautiful landscapes
Tel. +39 0577 707611
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Il Falconiere Restaurant
One Michelin Star in the c
Tel. +39 575 612616
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PRIVATE YOGA COURSE
1 hour and a half of a private Yoga class with a qualified teacher.
Tel. +393294250285
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Montalcino
Montalcino, a medieval town with a defensive military structure, furrowed by steep, narrow streets. From up here, the landscapes are veritable works of art just like those kept in the Museo Civico Diocesano d’Arte Sacra.
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Sant'Antimo abbey
The 'St. Antimo Abbey, is located only 9 km from the town of Montalcino. According to the legend, was born on the ruins of a chapel built by Charlemagne in 781 AD The Abbey is a magnificent example of Romanesque art.
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