It’s a Carnival time! The Carnival Foundation in Viareggio has spent millions to construct the Cittadella where creative men and women spend all their time constructing the second largest papier maché carnival in the world. It is a modern miracle this carnival, and sure shakes the doldrums out of January Read more…
Its origins may be lost in the mists of time, but this summer pageant with a cast of thousands is still the most important annual event in Pisa. Armies representing the Mezzogiorno (south of the River Arno) and Tramontana (north of the river) neighbourhoods of the city meet at the Read more…
Cathedral, Baptistry and Campanile The Cathedral complex, called Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore, includes Baptistry and Giotto’s Campanile, began in 1296 designed of Arnolfo di Cambio (Gothic style) and completed with the dome of Filippo Brunelleschi. Today the three buildings are part of UNESCO and are a major actraction Read more…
Are you ready? This February, like every year, Viareggio is ready to give you his best welcome thanks to one of the most popular carnival of the world! Viareggio Carnival. Every year for 133 years, this has been a main draw for locals and tourists alike. It is a three Read more…
It is close by the town and promoted in all the literature to go there. It is a cave, like many others. Open mostly during the peak tour season. It is called Cave of the Winds because of two entrances that allow the wind to come through and make howling Read more…