Tips

Have you ever tasted Castagnaccio, Fagioli con salsiccia or Crostini Toscani? How about Bombolone, Necci or Lampredotto? Be sure to give them a try to complete your Tuscanian experience with your taste buds as well. And if you don't feel like trying new things, there's always frozen moon. Or as you know it - gelato.

Meeting Middle Ages in 21 century is possible. This is not supposed to be some dark or sarcastic joke but an invite to Tuscanian villages that still pass on the history spirit. If Middle Ages sound too dark for you, read this as an invite to luxuriate in beautiful gardens where more noble part of history took part and where you today as well breathe in some beauty, romanticism and tranquility. Bella Toscana is waiting for you.

A magnificent sacred place in the Crete Senesi region. The monastic complex of Monte Oliveto Maggiore is the seat of the abbot general of the Benedictine Congregation of Monte Oliveto. It features well-preserved medieval architecture and houses numerous Renaissance artworks. The monastery offers splendid views over the forest hills and it’s definitely a must-see place for religious people. The abbey is located 36 km south of Siena, and it takes about an hour to get there from the city. Founded by a member of one of the most influential families of Siena Bernardo Tolomei, the abbey ...