Italy's jewel in the centre: Tuscany, the heart of Italy, enchants with rolling hills, picturesque towns and an unrivalled cultural heritage. Nestled between cypress avenues, vineyards and olive groves, the region is a paradise for anyone who appreciates art, history and pleasure.
- Population: Around 3.7 million people live in Tuscany. They are proud of their culture and centuries-old traditions - from wine production to the historic Palios in cities such as Siena.
- Language: In addition to Italian, a melodic dialect is often spoken in Tuscany, reflecting the historical cultural independence of the region.
- Culinary delights: Tuscan cuisine is authentic and down-to-earth. Specialities such as the thick "pici" pasta, pecorino cheese and wines such as Chianti or Brunello di Montalcino are world-famous.
Top five sights in Tuscany
- Florence: The cradle of the Renaissance with the magnificent cathedral and the Uffizi Gallery.
- Siena: The Piazza del Campo and the medieval charm make the city unique.
- San Gimignano: The "City of Towers" offers an impressive skyline and historic alleyways.
- Val d'Orcia: Postcard landscapes with rolling hills and picturesque villages.
- Pisa: The Leaning Tower and the Piazza dei Miracoli are world-famous and fascinating.
San Gimignano in Tuscany: the Manhattan of the Middle Ages
Just under 8,000 inhabitants and 20,000 tourists on peak days.
Tuscany without a travel guide: 10 villages off the beaten track
More tranquillity than in Florence.
The most beautiful view of Florence: why a 20-minute walk is worthwhile
Masterpiece in the open air.
The wild soul of Tuscany: travelling in the Maremma
Tuscany beyond the cypress avenues.
Hard, harder, Cantuccini! The secret of Italy's cult biscuits
They look harmless until you bite into them.
The "beach of lovers" on Elba: the most romantic coast in Tuscany
A story of love, pain - and perhaps the most romantic stretch of coastline in Tuscany.
Truffle season in Italy: where the real treasures are now hidden underground
The most important season of the year for gourmets.
How the gold of the south flows: experience Italy's olive harvest
Why the harvest is a celebration here.
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