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LA Mucchia Casa Vacanze and Art Gallery - Cortona
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Abbey of San Galgano |
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| south-west of Sienna towards Grosseto |
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| is a spectacular ruined Cistercian gothic abbey located in the Val di Merse, 25 miles south-west of Sienna towards Grosseto. This is a wonderful place to visit at any time and especially during summer. In Addition to the aisle and naves, the chapterhouse is well-preserved and there are still romantic ruins of the cloister. Try to be here before or after the tour buses. The Hermitage of Montesiepi (below) is within walking distance and should not be missed. Highly recommended! |
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Basilica of San Domenico of Perugia |
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| Perugia |
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| was erected by Giovanni Pisano in the 1304. Around the 1614 the vaults and pillars of the nave collapsed and after the reconstruction by Carlo Madeno of Rome, the church was re consecrated in the 1632. Inside, there are Gothic elements, renaissance windows and the tomb of Pope Benedetto XI. The Archaeological Museum of the Umbria and the State Archives are housed in the adjacent monastery and cloister |
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Basilica of San Miniato al Monte |
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| Monte alle Croci looking out over Piazzale Michelangelo and the city of Florence |
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| was built beginning in 1018 on the site of a 4 C chapel. Together with the Bishop's Palace, the fortifications and the monumental cemetery, it stands at the top of the hill called Monte alle Croci looking out over Piazzale Michelangelo and the city of Florence. It is a magnificent example of Florentine Romanesque architecture that originally belonged to the Benedictine monks and was then passed to the Olivetan friars in 1373. To the right of the church is the Bishop's Palace (1295-1320), ancient summer residence of the bishops of Florence which then became a convent, a hospital and a Jesuit house. Highly recommended! |
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| Abbeys of Tuscany |
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Mount Amiata 1740 m above sea level |
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| Mount Amiata, Tuscany (SI) |
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Monte Amiata is a volcanic cone that rises 600 m about the surrounding plateau to reach a total height of 1732 m, making it the second highest volcano in Italy. Mt Etna, the highest, rises to 3315 m. Monte Amiata is the northernmost of a string of volcanoes along the west cost of Italy and divides the Valdorcia from the Maremma, and dominates the landscape of southern Tuscany, Italy. Monte Amiata last erupted about 180,000 years ago and continues to fuel many thermal springs (terme) around its base, including the hot water bathing centres of Bagno Vignoni, San Casciano dei Bagni and Bagno S. Filippo. There is bathing year round at the swimming pools "Val di Sole" and "Terme S. Filippo", which make use of thermal water directly from the springs. If you prefer to swim in a more natural environment, there is the "gora" below Bagno Vignoni, or the "Fosso Bianco" in Bagno S. Filippo. Even the more distant hot springs at Saturnia and Petriolo in the Alta Maremma derive their heat ultimately from the volcanic roots of Monte Amiata.
Beech and chestnut trees cover the lower slopes of Monte Amiata, and the higher slopes are covered with old growth forests that are spectacularly coloured in the autumn and make the mountain extremely popular among hikers. Both the flora and fauna of these forests are unusually diverse, with a number of endemic species. Even wolves were present until the end of the second world war. There is a now an excellent Parco Faunistico with marked paths that guide the visitor through the various habitats of the mountain.
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| The volcanic peak of Monte Amiata |
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Valdichiana Outlet Village shopping center |
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| Via Enzo Ferrari, 5 Foiano della Chiana (AR) |
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For shopping enthusiasts, Franciacorta Outlet Village is a dream come true. No more tiresome searching for a parking place or walking through the croweded streets of your city, no more crazy prices or compromises on quality. Finally these is a center entirely dedicated to fashion where manufacturers of the most prestigious brands offer their best collections at "outlet prices", guaranteeing savings of up to 70% on prices normally found outside. A new concept in shopping and discount, with 160 shops where you can spend your time in the first real designer village, open 7 days a week and selling clothing, accessories, linen and the household items of all the best brands.
A wide selection of restaurants and cafés and a modern play area are also available, making it a great day out for all the family!
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| VILLAGE OPENING HOURS Monday to Sunday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
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