Trekking in Tuscany

Trekking in Tuscany

Trekking in Tuscany for everybody!
The most active people can treat themselves to a sporting holiday in the areas of Cortona and Montalcino, Lake Trasimeno and the Maggiore and Polvese islands, without renouncing a touch of relaxation in the spas at Bagno Vignoni; and for mothers with children, a baby-sitting service is available during the excursions.

Please visit http: www.tuscantrekking.com for know some itineraries.

Giacomo Puccini March 2010 Events in Lucca

Giacomo Puccini
Giacomo Puccini

Giacomo Puccini March 2010 Events in Lucca

TUTTI I LUNEDI’, MARTEDI’ E MERCOLEDI’ DEL MESE /EVERY MONDAY, TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH
SPECIAL CONCERTS
“PUCCINI AND MOZART”
(always with different performers and programmes)

TUTTI I VENERDI’ DEL MESE – EVERY FRIDAY OF THE MONTH

MOZART & PUCCINI
Arie e duetti da/arias and duets from  LE NOZZE DI FIGARO, COSI’ FAN TUTTE, DON GIOVANNI, MADAMA BUTTERFLY, LA BOHEME, TOSCA

TUTTI I SABATO DEL MESE – EVERY SATURDAY OF THE MONTH

UNA NOTTE ALL’OPERA/A NIGHT AT THE OPERA
Arie e duetti dal repertorio lirico di Puccini, Verdi, Leoncavallo, Donietti, Mascagni ed altri/arias and duets from the Italian operatic repertoire

TUTTE LE DOMENICHE DEL MESE – EVERY SUNDAY OF THE MONTH

PUCCINI E LA CANZONE TRADIZIONALE NAPOLETANA – PUCCINI & THE  NEAPOLITAN TRADITIONAL SONGS

Chianti wineries, Ricasoli Palace

Castle of Brolio

The Castle of Brolio was always in strategical position in Chianti area, it has a Longobard origin, today remain only the location of original small fortress. The castle was in hands of Florence except a temporary occupation of Siena until 1492.
After this event the castle returned Florentine from 1484. At beginning of the 12th century the feudal family Ricasoli from Cacchiano, took office on Castle. Today Brolio’s Castle belongs to their descendants.
The Castle is situated in a  boundless vineyards, from which since 1141 the Ricasoli produces their famous wines, place to grow old in the cellars.
Brolio is private property  but it is possible to visit  the baronial building and the walk of the ramparts, from which we can have amazing sight on the Chianti area.

Please visit: www.ricasoli.it for more informations.

Montefioralle in Chianti area

Montefioralle - Tuscany


Montefioralle
is situated in the middle of Florence province, at the beginning of the Chianti area.
It is one of most ancient village of Chianti, today is still closed by original walls.
The distance of Montefioralle from Florence is about 28 km and 37 km from Siena.

About Montefioralle you can find informations on:

www.abctuscany.com
www.aziendamontefioralle.com
www.montefioralle.info