Insider guides (Ultimi inserimenti)
The marble quarries
Carved into the slopes of the Apuan Alps, the marble quarries of Carrara are magical places in which to admire the beauty of nature and the power of man.Testimony to a work that is age old, hard and dangerous .
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Riviera del Conero
One of most beautiful coastal areas of the Marche Region; the Sirolo beach with its characteristic "resounding rocks" and the "two sisters", reef rocks in front of the Conero promontory. About one hour driving from the Castle.
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The Sea
The nearest beaches of Porto Recanati and Porto Potenza, not so far you can get to Numana and Sirolo visiting the beautiful villages and pebble beaches or move to Portonovo zone, immersed in the Natural Reserve of Monte Conero.
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Capri one day long
What about going to Capri? From the near port of Sorrento it takes only 25 minutes to go to the famous Blue Island, enjoy strolling in the streets of the famous Piazzetta, with all its boutiques, and sunbathe near the "Faraglioni"
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'900 Exibition in San Gimignano
In San Gimignano is staging an exhibition of art of the highest level with the masterpieces of the twentieth century, Carlo Carra, Giorgio De Chirico and Renato Guttuso.
Tel. +390577942014
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Climbing and trekking on Piceno Mountains
An amazing three day expedition on the mountains of Piceno: climbing, trekking and much more activities to share together!
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La Speranza
Elegant restaurant in Siena's Piazza del Campo. Traditional Tuscan cuisine with a modern twist.
Tel. +39 0577 280190
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A unique hand weaving workshop!
A pleasant ten minute walk takes you to Renza's hand weaving workshop. Here you can learn the art of hand looming and dyeing fabric with vegetable dyes. Renza organises courses from a half day to a full week. info.lavalle@libero.it
Tel. +39 0759229767
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Skiing for children
The slopes are suitable, experienced teachers and safe equipment: for children who want to learn about the snow and the mountains, this is the place!
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Walk Montichiello Pienza
A beautiful walk through the Val d'Orcia departing from and arriving in Montichiello Pienza. All information and a map of the route you can ask her to Francis contacting at info@lacasadiadelina.it
Tel. +39 0578 755167
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Cooking Class at a Bio-Dynamic Agriturismo
What better way to pass a morning or afternoon than to spend it learning to cook traditional Italian dishes. Using local, fresh Marchigiani ingredients, you will learn the basics of making and shaping pasta, rolling out your own gnocchi a
Tel. +39 0734 782041
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Home of Vermentino
Gallura it's Home of Vermentino a straw yellow wine with an intense smell and the taste from dry to sweet. In Monti, about 40 km form San Teodoro there is a famous Vermentino Winery.
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Caccuri
Dominated by its imposing medieval castle, which was restored in the nineteenth century somewhat in the style of Viollet-le-Duc.The coup de théâtre, however, is the breathtaking panoramic view from the top of the proud,
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The santa Rosa's Monastery
Tel. 089 832 1199
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5 Terre
A territory in which sea and land are founded forming a unique and evocative area. 18 kilometers of rocky coastline abounding with abundant bays, beaches and deep sea, surrounded by mountains running parrellel to the coast.
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Siena
The centre of Siena has been declared by UNESCO a World Heritage Site. It is one of the nation's most visited tourist attractions. Siena is famous for its cuisine, art, museum medieval cityscape and the Palio, a horse race held twice a year
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exclusive wine tour
Are you in search of great wines and great wine experiences? Are you the type of wine drinker that despises the average and loves the extraordinary? During our wine tours, you can explore world of wine with a passionate sommelier.
Tel. +39 338 7338869
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Castel Gandolfo
Small jewel of the Castelli Romani, lying on the western edge of Lake Albano, rich in history and tradition known as one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. It houses the magnificent summer residence of the Pope
Tel. +39 06 9360134
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Ristorante Podere Catignano
Traditional food, homemade pasta, olive oil of their own production, situated in the green hills of the Marche countryside.
Tel. +393470570637
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Narni, and the treasures of a medieval town
The town of Narni is steeped in medieval treasures. Not to be missed: Narni Underground, the Arts Academy and historic events like the Donkey race!
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Ristorante Sissi
Try Andrea Fenoglio exquisite gourmet cuisine!
Tel. +39 0473 231062
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Ai quattro venti
Home cooking cozy atmosphere
Tel. 0578-717231
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WINE TASTE
A journey through the Tuscan wine tradition
to give you unique and unforgettable emotions
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I Due Papi
Located in Sismano's medieval castle wine cellar this is where to enjoy local food and wines in a magic atmosphere. All our ingredients are carefully selected and bread and pasta are homemade. Special dietary menu can be provided.
Tel. +39 0744 945039
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Grottaferrata - Abbazia di San Nilo
Built in 1004 the Abbazia of San Nilo at Grottaferrata is the only Byzantine monastery to have survived on the slopes of the Colli Albani hills.
For guided tours:
tel. +39 0645421126; info@castellidellazio.com
Tel. +39 06 9459309
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Modica Alta
Getting lost in the maze of little lanes in Modica Alta is a unique experience and a chance to meet the locals too!
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The roman villa in San Gimignano
San Gimignano includes among its wonders, even an ancient Roman villa. It is an old building dating back to between the fourth and sixth century AD for many years in a state of complete abandonment. Now is finally visitable
Tel. +390577942014
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Florence
The cradle of Renaissance with her magnificent cathedral, Brunelleschi's dome, the museums with their artistic treasures, the tipical craft shops, the Old Bridge. At every street's corner history and beauty will strike you.
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Porticus
The best and trendiest man boutique
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Free climbing in Ferentillo - three km far from...
Ferentillo is a medioeval village far from the abbey but it's famous for a lot of sport activities such as: free climbing, trekking orienteering anc tree-climbing.
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