Month: August 2014

Be Freddie for a Day on September 5th

August 30, 2014

Given we are Queen fans here at the DiscoverTuscany office and love the Hard Rock Cafe in Florence, we could not share this upcoming event: “Freddie for a Day“! On Friday, September 5th on the occasion of Freddie Mercury’s birthday, the event is celebrated at all of the Hard Rock Cafes worldwide. The event not…

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A “Plant” Perspective at the Forte Belvedere & Boboli

August 29, 2014

If you want to view incredible views of Florence during this summer and fall with the added plus of great outdoor art, I recommend you add Forte Belvedere to your itinerary. The Forte Belvedere – and Boboli Gardens too – are currently hosting a major exhibition dedicated to the international artist Giuseppe Penone (who just…

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White Night in Lucca this Saturday August 23

August 22, 2014

For its 3rd year, the highly expected “White Night” is returning this weekend to Lucca, on Saturday, August 23. The event, organized by Confcommercio in collaboration with the City, is characterized by the very rich program of artistic, cultural and recreational activities which offer residents and visitors alike the opportunity to visit many places for…

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Pavement in Duomo di Siena Completely Visible

August 16, 2014

The magnificent pavement of the Duomo in Siena will once again be completely uncovered from this Monday, August 18 through October 27th, 2014. Described by Vasari as the “most beautiful… grand and magnificent“, major sections of the marble pavement are usually covered to protect them from the feet of the numerous visitors and faithful that…

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The Authentic CaCCiucco alla livornese

August 1, 2014

As we keep on traveling around Tuscany to discover local delicacies and interesting destinations, I would like to tell you about another traditional dish of the sea city of Livorno, for which I’d drive to the end of the earth for if necessary just to be sure to taste the authentic and original recipe for…

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