subject: Tuscany Tourism: Places To Visit [print this page] Tuscany Italy is one of those places that never run out of tourist spots and events to visit. Perhaps a week long stay in the place will never give tourists the proper exploration that they deserve. With its visual sights, wonderful wine, and cultural events, nothing will be heard from the visitors mouths but praises and exclamations.
Florence
This place is filled with the finest examples of the architecture and artifacts of Old Italy. Visitors must visit the Baptistery, Piazza and Duomo sighting the intricate decorations and building styles. Florence also holds several museums showing sculptures, ceramics, and paintings not to mention the countless gardens and palaces.
San Gimignano
This place has a wide collection of awe-inspiring 14 medieval towers that makes visitor remember the times of knights traveling through horseback. The hills complement the skyline with lush greeneries and countryside view.
Pisa
Remember the Leaning Tower of Pisa? This land has it. Not only that, it boasts of Medieval centers with well-preserved Duomo and Baptistery, architecture, arts, and sculptures.
Cortona
Cortona is a site to behold with its 3000 years old Etruscan walls. Up to this day, ancient buildings are still visible on their original positions. Travelers who speak English will be amazed to know that the Italians living here know the language too.
Montepulciano
This walled city was built in a steep limestone ridge. More than the visual sights, this place also boasts of its signature wine Vino Nobile. Tourists can take a walk in the city and appreciate the scenic routes, Renaissance buildings, and wonderful city squares.
Versilia
Versilia is in the coast of Tuscany known for marble production. The people love to frequent this place because of the clear waters and the culture that wrapped the small villages. The scenic view is characterized by waters complemented by the Apuan Alps.
Pienza
The place is called the ideal city situated in Val Dorcia, Tuscany. Cheese lovers would be interested in the signature pecorino cheese. A UNESO preserved site, Val Dorcia, will transport travelers in a world of visual fantasy.
Chianti
Known for the Chianti Classico and Chianti Supremo, this site has fertile soil and right climate. The place should be visited for the artsy sceneries and wineries.
Siena
Siena should not be missed because of its wonderful Piazza del Campo and its regular festival, Il Paso. This site is rich in culture and visual imagery. Museums, architectural buildings, and sceneries: all the more reasons to visit Siena.
