VOLTERRA Volterra is an Etruscan city of great architectural interest. Built on a high plateau, 1770 feet above sea level between the Rivers of Bra and Cecina, there are spectacular views of the surrounding hills. Enclosed by yellowy-gray volcanic hills, it has a bleak and isolated appearance. In the Etruscan Read more…
Artichoke Omelette Ingredients (serves 4) . 4 artichokes 1. clove of garlic 1. bunch of nepitella (if you’re not reading this in Lucca use mint) 4. eggs 1. lemon . olive oil . salt and pepper Method Prepare the artichokes (one per person) by removing the coarsest outer leaves, and Read more…
The palace, which houses several important museums, was built in the second half of the 15th century probably on a project of Filippo Brunelleschi for Luca Pitti, but was unfinished at his death in 1472. The original building, formed by two floors and the ground floors, with only five windows Read more…
Umbria tours Deruta is a hill town and commune in the Province of Perugia in the Umbria region of central Italy, near Tuscany. Long known as a center of refined majolica manufacture, Deruta remains known for its ceramics, which are exported worldwide. The historic town center features the Gothic Church Read more…
Villa Oliva San Pancrazio – Lucca The villa features an imposing portico with five arches and it is said to have been built in the 16th century by the celebrated architect,, Matteo Civitali. It was ordered by Ludovico Buonvisi, a leading member of one of the most important Lucca families, Read more…