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Tuscany Travel
Assouline’s latest book is just the thing for this issue, dedicated to regal, Renaissance Tuscany...
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These are the words of Alegra Antinori, who belongs to one of the oldest Florentine wine families, dating back to 1385 when they created the wineries. Twenty-six generations of winemakers are behind her, not only in creating excellent wine, but also in respecting tradition and the environment.
The Italian region of Tuscany is a feast for all the senses. A creative incubator that has cultivated art and architecture from the Etruscan, Roman, Renaissance, and modern eras. The churches of yesteryear, which were stops on the Grand Tours of the 19th century, stand in the town squares. Wheat hills and colorful olive groves, which inspire authentic Tuscan cuisine, are dotted with villas built by the prestigious Medici family.
The Tyrrhenian Sea stretches off its coast, lapping the shores of Elba, the island where Emperor Napoleon was exiled. Picturesque villages, historic villas, and bustling towns dot its landscape, which is almost as varied as the communities themselves. From the horse races held annually in the Piazza del Campo, to the centuries-old winemaking traditions of the Chianti region to the city of Pisa, an ancient Maritime Republic known for the youthful spirit of its Scuola Normale Superiore and Leaning Tower, Tuscany is the place of dreams, where thousands flock to relive its history and enjoy the beauty of the region.
Ferragamo, Gucci, and Pucci are linked to Florence and its endless inspiration in the fashion world. However, what really defines Tuscany is its timelessness. Masterpieces from centuries past continue to draw immense crowds. Brunelleschi’s dome in Florence never ceases to amaze onlookers.
No one could describe Tuscany like Cesare Cunaccia, the author of the text of this book. Journalist, writer, lecturer, and curator. Editor-in-chief of major publications and collaborator and advisor to many other international publications. He has published specialized books on Italian artistic heritage and is also the author of Capri Dolce Vita, from the same publisher.
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The charm of Tuscany is expressed in its craftsmanship in the magnificence of its works of art, in a plate of bruschetta with extra virgin olive oil, in literature and poetry
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