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It's not a secret that Tuscany is a place of infinite beauty. The region of central Italy is known for some of the most-visited cities in the world, such as Florence, Pisa and Siena. Moreover, the area is rich with its countryside filled with historic villas and farms, as well as hilltop castles standing over the Tuscan landscape for centuries. This peculiar combination provides diverse ways to spend time with pleasure, for example, hiking, biking and visiting traditional events – Palio, Calcio Fiorentino, Festival of the lanterns, Viareggio carnival and more. It's so much to do that it's easy to get lost in the options. You'll never get bored in Tuscany.

Sport

The unique landscape of Tuscany, with its hills and forests, provides the perfect setting for a wide range of outdoor sports. From the sea to the mountains, from sport climbing on a sheer rock face to a bike ride along the coast. Here you will find sports for all tastes, age groups and levels of ability all year round. The varied terrain makes it ideal for hiking, mountain biking and horse riding. In the summertime, you can swim or sail along the stretch of the Tuscan coastline. The River Arno offers opportunities for canoeing and kayaking. And one more important thing to know – Tuscany ...

Traditional events

Italy has a long tradition of festivals and events, which regularly attract visitors from all over the world. There are several unique and spectacular events in Tuscany that impress any kind of tourist. From the Palio in Siena to the Viareggio carnival and the Calcio Fiorentino, there are events to suit all tastes and ages throughout the year. These are not the only ones. There is much more! Tuscany is noted for its vibrant, exciting and sometimes bizarre festivals. It is impossible not to be fascinated by the charm and energy that radiate from the Tuscan celebrations. They are unique opportu ...