Book Tuscany Marvel

BOOK TUSCANY MARVEL

The Italian region of Tuscany is a feast for all the senses. A creative incubator that has cultivated art and architecture across centuries, from Etruscan and Roman times through the Renaissance and modern times. Ancient churches, once stops on the Grand Tours in the 19th century, tower high in the city piazzas. Rolling wheat fields and colorful olive groves that inspire authentic Tuscan cuisine are dotted with villas built by the esteemed Medici family. The Tyrrhenian Sea stretches along its coast and washes the coast of Elba, the island where the Emperor Napoleon was in exile. Idyllic villages, historic towns and bustling towns dot its landscape, which is almost as diverse as the communities themselves. From the annual horse races in the Piazza del Campo and the centuries-old winemaking traditions of the Chianti region to the city of Pisa, an ancient maritime republic, Known equally for the youthful spirit of its Scuola Normale Superiore and the Leaning Tower, Tuscany is the place of dreams where thousands come to experience its history and absorb the beauty of a region.

In the fashion world, Ferragamo, Gucci and Pucci all have connections to Florence and its endless inspiration. However, what truly defines Tuscany is its timelessness. Masterpieces from past centuries still attract immense crowds. Brunelleschi's dome in Florence never leaves viewers in awe.

About the author:

Cesare Cunaccia is a writer, lecturer, curator and journalist. He was an editor at Vogue Italia and L'Uomo Vogue and an antiques consultant for Architectural Digest Italy. He has also contributed to the German, Chinese and Russian departments of Architectural Digest, as well as to Connaissance des Arts, Opera Magazine and L'Oeil. Cunaccia has published a large number of books, particularly on Italian art and cultural heritage, which have been translated into twelve languages. He is also the best-selling author of "Capri Dolce Vita" (2019).