Tuscany is a popular destination for people traveling to Italy, as Tuscany vacations have much to offer in the way of culture and history. Tuscany is located near the center of the country, with access to several sites that you might not be able to get to if you were in another location.

Tuscany is also home to many olive groves and other natural sights that help give it old world charm. Tuscany vacation packages and organized Tuscany tours are probably available through your travel agency if you really want to see everything and not miss any of the important places.

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The Castel Monastero sits in one of the most beautiful stretches of Tuscany; the Ombrone Valley, just 23km from Siena. Surrounded by four hectares of vineyards, chestnut forests and cypress trees, the Resort was originally a medieval village called Monastero dell’Ombrone; the records of the village dating back as far as 1050. Now sympathetically renovated, this ancient hamlet will become the Castel Monastero; the latest addition to the prestigious Forte Village group of properties.

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The historic center of Siena, Tuscany has been named is a World Heritage Site. It is one of the most popular Italian tourist destinations. The local Duomo is one of the country’s finest Gothic cathedrals. Its main facade was completed in 1380.

This magnificent building boasts the oldest stained glass in Italy, inlaid-marble floors that took more than 40 artists over 200 years to complete, and lots more. Don’t miss the Cripta (Crypt) that was recently rediscovered after perhaps 700 years.

Siena historic city center

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Centuries-old art and culture nestled in natural beauty

Those who want to discover the splendors of the Tuscan countryside will delight in the area’s amazing cultural and natural treasures. Whether by car, foot, bike or on horse-back, the territory offers myriad opportunities if you are looking to immerse yourself in a centuries-old culture that is immersed in beauty.

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I Love Italian Travel – Eastern Tuscany

If you are looking for a European tourist destination, consider visiting the eastern part of the famous Tuscany region in central Italy. Depending on your interests, this beautiful area might be an ideal vacation spot. You can get classic Italian food, and wash it down with world-famous and other local wine. Many of its sites are very popular, especially in high season, but are well worth the visit. Be sure to read the companion articles in this series that present western Tuscany and the Chianti region.

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What could be more romantic than getting married on a beach, under the sun, to the person you love? Sure it is wonderful to be surrounded by hundreds of friends and family members, but it is also extremely expensive, enormously hectic and ultimately can end up being more of a burden than a pleasure. Destination weddings are the perfect compromise. You get your honeymoon and wedding in one, and can invite your nearest and dearest to come join you.

 
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