Travelers looking for solitude won’t have a problem to find a suitable place to stay. They should definitely visit Maremma, a significant part of which is occupied by the nature reserve. It is believed that this is where you will find some of the most peaceful and secluded beaches in the country. One of the most unusual holiday destinations is the island of Monte Argentario. More recently, tourists were …
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4. Travelers are strongly recommended to exchange currency before the trip; in this case the terms would be more favorable. Despite the fact that the number of banks and exchange offices in Tuscany is very large, a very large fee is charged for currency exchange. 5. Travelers who have limited time and want to see main attractions should definitely use service of City Sightseeing. It offers very interesting …
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Tuscany is a favorite place of gourmets too. National restaurants and colorful markets will really impress all the tourists. In Tuscan restaurants, the visitors can taste several types of juicy beefsteak cooked only over an open fire. You can also taste many popular national dishes in local markets. Seafood and different inexpensive legumes are offered in small cafes. An important attribute of the national cuisine …
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August is associated with Sagra culinary festivals, which are held in various cities of Tuscany and are well-known to gourmets from around the world. It is noteworthy that every year the festival is dedicated to a particular dish; best Tuscan chefs compete to cook the best of it. During the festival, guests are offered not only to taste delicious national food, but also to learn how to cook popular dishes. Tuscany …
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The most famous meat dish is bistecca fiorentina; the process of cooking is an extremely lengthy and painstaking ritual. The treat is prepared of beef, but only special meat is taken to cook authentic bistecca fiorentina. Animals are reared in special conditions and carefully looked after till they reach a certain age. The best cuts of meat are roasted over an open fire without adding any spices; the only addition …
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There is another well-known entertainment center, Acqua Village water park, in Livorno. High hills and huge swimming pools, spacious terraces and cozy cafes would help you to relax all day long. Horseback riding is very popular among guests of Tuscany; Marrema area is ideal for riding. There are several equestrian centers and great riding schools; everyone can use their services. In the vicinity of Tirrenia there …
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Italy - moving around the country
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In large cities such as Milan or Rome, you will find an underground metro. You can buy tickets in kiosks or inside the subway. At peak hours, trains run every two to three minutes. At other times and on weekends, the frequency of the underground transport can vary within 7 minutes. The fare in most of Rome’s subway lines is approximately 2 euros. The quality of the road surface in Italy is at a very high level. Therefore, quite often, tourists decide to rent a car. It can be selected in advance before arriving in Italy, or on the spot. A one-day car rental at the airport in Milan will cost at least 80 euros. Please note that many autobahns in the country are on a paid basis. The average fare is 30 euros. An alternative will be to travel by bike. In large cities, you will find bicycle paths of quite decent quality which are laid along all the central roads of the city. Also quite a popular mode of transportation is suburban trains and international trains. There are even high-speed passenger express trains. The fare depends on the class of the train and the distance of the trip.
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Nature and parks of Italy
Vesuvius National Park located east of Naples, is a zone of enormous significance both historically and geologically. Throughout the park, research work is still ongoing. The park, named after one of Europe's most famous and active volcanoes, became a haven for six hundred and ten species of plants, with forty percent of them originating from the Mediterranean. More than a hundred species of birds live in the green zone, the number of which increases during the migratory season. Above the blooming fields flutter large, bright colored butterflies, thereby betraying the special charm of the park. A funicular and a trail for backpackers are laid to the crater of Vesuvius.
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