ART: Tuscany Countryside
Tuscany is not just the birthplace of The Renaissance it is the most beautiful part of Italy. Spend a few days just traveling at a leisurely pace around the Tuscany countryside and drink in the natural beauty of the undulating countryside swathed in various shades of green.
Tuscany known locally as Toscana is in the center of Italy, about midway down the peninsula. Surrounded by mountains and dense cypress forests it is easy to see how this landscape must have nurtured and inspired artists down the centuries. The region is famous for its olives and wines, both of which complement the simple meals of the Tuscany Countryside perfectly
It is a moving and enriching experience, soaking in the beauty of the region where time seemingly stands still. This is Chianti country and the vineyards with their erect battalion of baby vines, which are in perfect symmetrical rows and are a feast for the eyes. The gently rolling hillsides, the rows of proud dark green cypress trees, the narrow winding village lanes together made a picture postcard landscape.
From the hills of Northern Tuscany to the gentler undulating countryside, farms with their mellow stone houses now open their doors to tourists who want to sample their lifestyle. Simple yet delicious meals using local produce and wonderful homebrewed wine lull the senses in the sun drenched village that I stumbled upon. The warmth of the welcome matched the climate and I vowed to be back some day.
There was plenty of time for long hikes, bird watching and just admiring the flora and fauna. The views from the elevation of the symmetrically rounded hilltops encompassing old farm houses in medieval hamlets, moss covered storybook castles and parish churches and monasteries is breathtaking. Those who seek tranquility cannot help but be captivated by the Tuscany countryside.
The traditional villages perched high in the scenic hills of Northern Tuscany offer the simple pleasures of life. The swish of the cypress trees, the chirrups of the birds and the fresh crisp mountain air that exhilarates is a wonderful experience.
Tuscany known locally as Toscana is in the center of Italy, about midway down the peninsula. Surrounded by mountains and dense cypress forests it is easy to see how this landscape must have nurtured and inspired artists down the centuries. The region is famous for its olives and wines, both of which complement the simple meals of the Tuscany Countryside perfectly
It is a moving and enriching experience, soaking in the beauty of the region where time seemingly stands still. This is Chianti country and the vineyards with their erect battalion of baby vines, which are in perfect symmetrical rows and are a feast for the eyes. The gently rolling hillsides, the rows of proud dark green cypress trees, the narrow winding village lanes together made a picture postcard landscape.
From the hills of Northern Tuscany to the gentler undulating countryside, farms with their mellow stone houses now open their doors to tourists who want to sample their lifestyle. Simple yet delicious meals using local produce and wonderful homebrewed wine lull the senses in the sun drenched village that I stumbled upon. The warmth of the welcome matched the climate and I vowed to be back some day.
There was plenty of time for long hikes, bird watching and just admiring the flora and fauna. The views from the elevation of the symmetrically rounded hilltops encompassing old farm houses in medieval hamlets, moss covered storybook castles and parish churches and monasteries is breathtaking. Those who seek tranquility cannot help but be captivated by the Tuscany countryside.
The traditional villages perched high in the scenic hills of Northern Tuscany offer the simple pleasures of life. The swish of the cypress trees, the chirrups of the birds and the fresh crisp mountain air that exhilarates is a wonderful experience.
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