Tuscany Italy, 8 Reasons to visit Tuscany

by Hilya Safa · Published October 11, 2015 · Updated August 7, 2016

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Tuscany (Italian: Toscana) is a region in central Italy is bordered on the southern Latium, Umbria to the east, Emilia-Romagna and Linguria in the north, and the Tyrrhenian Sea to the west. The capital is in Firenze. In addition, Toskana is the first area where the Italian Renaissance began to show results.

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Toskana or better known by its English name “Tuscany”, is one of the areas that are considered to have the most beautiful scenery in Italy. This area is a popular tourist destination. It is often used as a film location. For example, Life Is Beautiful, Under The Tuscan Sun, Gladiator and Hannibal.

In addition, according to Wikipedia, Tuscany is the birthplace of the Renaissance culture known as precious relics bequeathed various buildings with stunning architecture and high-quality artwork.

There are so many reasons why Tuscany must be entered into the list of your visit, the traveling lovers. Want to know what? Here are 8 things about Tuscany that you should see, as written in Tuscany and Tuscany Chic.

1. The Beautiful Beach

In addition to high-quality arts and naturally beautiful rural nature, Tuscany also has beaches and scenic islands, especially the southern part of Tuscany. Some beaches are worth a visit there, among others, the National Park Uccelina, Albarese, Talamone, Monte Argentario, Orbetello lagoon, and Castiglione della Pescaia. The islands in Tuscany also offer a unique tropical beauty. Some of the island which has a beautiful scenery include Elba Island, Giglio, and Pianosa.

2. Unspoiled Rural Area

One that makes Tuscany as the filming location is a beautiful rural nature. Unspoiled natural conditions. Rural nature includes hills, mountains, rivers, and forests filled with cypress trees. Some villages have stunning scenery is Siena, Monteriggioni, Valdorcia or Chianti.

3. Agriturismo

Agriturismo offers the concept of holidaying in the area of agriculture. Stay in farm houses, eating dishes made from fresh food crops, and perform a variety of activities typical of the countryside. The most popular destination of Agriturismo is usually wineries. Here, tourists can try planting or harvesting grapes. Usually at winery tourists also had the opportunity to taste the red wine or white wine. Usually the wine tasting is offered every week.

4. Festival Gala

One of the most enjoyable of Tuscany is the festival. Every month, Tuscany holds different festivals. You can visit other areas in Tuscany, to witness the excitement of a variety of festivals. The most festive among others, La Festa dell’Epifania in Befana, Calcio Storico is held in Florence, Palio dei Rioni in Castiglione Fiorentino, Festa del Barbarossa in San Quirico D’Orcia, or Carnevale in Viareggio. Once a year every town held a festival marked by a festive parade to commemorate the patron saint of the city respectively. Usually this kind of festive event.

5. Historic building

As one of the world’s oldest cultural centers, Tuscany saves a lot of valuable historical buildings. You can trace the maestro of world-class art and other historical figures such as Galileo Galilei Leonardo DA Vinci, Botticelli, and Dante Alighieri. Or you can visit the villages that still carries a medieval culture, such as San Gimignano, Pienza and Volterra.

6. Highest quality Art

As said before, Tuscany is the birthplace of the Renaissance culture is famous for its historical and artistic heritage. In this area you can find the art of the Renaissance style in many places. Church, roads, castles, palaces, and museums offer a magnificent architectural art. Not to mention the numerous art galleries that hold the works of world-class art maestro. The town is famous for its arts, among others, Florence, Pisa, Arezzo and Siena. Florence itself is touted as a gathering place for the best works of the Renaissance. You can see for yourself the evidence in the Uffizi Gallery.

7. Wines

Red wine is one of the precious commodity of Tuscany. This area has a climate that is perfect for wine farming. This type of wine is produced in at least seven areas in Tuscany. The grapes are then processed into an alcoholic beverage into high-value export commodities. One of the most famous brands is Chianti.

8. Food

Italian food is famous for its delicious taste. You may be one of the fans of Italian pizza and pasta. But if you visit Tuscany you can try the delights of Tuscany dishes are quite different from the well-known Italian food in other countries. Italian food is famous for its delicious taste. You may be one of the fans of Italian pizza and pasta. But if you visit Tuscany you can try the delights of Tuscany dishes are quite different from the well-known Italian food in other countries.