Pienza

Street view of the historic centre of Pienza

Tuscan country in Pienza

The Cathedral of Pienza

Pienza, a town in the province of Siena, in the Val d'Orcia in Tuscany (central Italy), between the towns of Montepulciano and Montalcino, is the "touchstone of Renaissance urbanism." In 1996, UNESCO declared the town a World Heritage Site, and in 2004 the entire valley, the Val d'Orcia, was included on the list of UNESCO's World Cultural Landscapes.

Tuscany Highlights

Food & Drink

In Renowned Wine Regions of Italy, the Allure of Gin is Growing

In Le Langhe and beyond, increasing numbers of distillers are putting Italy on the map as a destination for the juniper-y spirit sipped by James Bond. But are they all created equal?

Travel

Winding paths in the Valdobbiadene area of Veneto, known for Prosecco production

On October 31 in Italy, It’s All About the Sustainable Stroll

In the two decades since its founding in Siena, National Urban Trekking Day has expanded into an Italy-wide event. This year it places a clear emphasis on walking and its role in sustainable travel.

Inspired Stays

4F Boutique Hotel: A Sleek Hideaway in a Quiet Pocket of Florence

This simple yet elegant spot on a quiet stretch of the Arno embankment seems tailor-made for business travelers and Florence returnees in search of more “local” pastures.

Italy in Brief

What’s Going On With the Short-Term Vacation Rental Ban in Florence?

Florence has joined an increasing number of cities that are cracking down on short-term rental properties. Here’s an overview of the situation and the reactions so far.

Culture

The Department of Humanities at the University of Catania

5 of the Most Interesting University Libraries in Italy

Italy has many academic libraries with seriously deep shelves — not to mention gorgeous architectural details — where committed scholars hit the books. Here are a few that you can visit.

What you can't miss in Tuscany

Where is Pienza

Top Experiences in Tuscany

Tour

Discover Hidden Florence Tours

Florence

cooking school, tour

Total Tuscany: Join Sandy & Phil for an authentic exploration of fine wine, local cuisine & secret places!

Montepulciano, Pienza, Tuscany, Montalcino

Cooking School

KM Zero Tours – Slow Travel Tuscany

Chianti, Tuscany

May 2024 Tuscany/Liguria ~ 10 Days and 9 Nights ~ Exploring Local Culture Through Food, Wine, and People 1

Luxury Experience

Exploring Tuscany Through Food, Wine, and People ~ May 2024 ~ 10 Days and 9 Nights ~

Tuscany, Cinque Terre, Liguria, Suvereto

Best places to stay in Tuscany

Agriturismo

Relais Ortaglia B&B Montepulciano

Hotel

Hotel

Tuscany, Florence Province, Greve in Chianti

Hotel

House for Rent

Hotel

Properties for sale in Tuscany

Fractional ownership in Florence

179000

Semi-detached in Chianni

150000

Detached House in Collesalvetti

1200000

Country Home - Restored in Castelfiorentino

2000000

Country Home - Restored in Sarteano

3500000

Apartment in San Casciano dei Bagni

577500

Country Home - Restored in Cetona

425000

Country Home - Restored in Sarteano

1950000

Recipes From Tuscany

Recipes

Cozze Ripiene alla Viareggina: Viareggio-Style Stuffed Mussels

This intriguingly delicious main from Tuscany is a unique pairing of mussels with a meat mixture stuffing.

Recipes

Castagnaccio: Tuscany’s Chestnut Cake

Castagnaccio is a traditional sweet treat from Tuscany, made with chestnut flour and marvelous for fall.

Recipes

Zuppa di Farro: Tuscan Farro Soup

The first chilly fall evenings call for a satisfyingly hearty grain and legume soup.

Recipes

Pappa al Pomodoro—Tuscan Tomato-Bread Soup

Pappa al pomodoro---a piatto povero, “poor-man’s dish,” is another such creation by Tuscan farmers to make use of stale bread and bumper crops of tomatoes, a New World food introduced into Italy in the 16thc.

Recipes

Pandiramerino (Rosemary and Sultana Buns)

Made with an olive oil-enrichened bread dough and studded with fresh rosemary and sweet sultanas, these delightfully sticky, criss-crossed buns were traditionally served on giovedì santo or Holy Thursday in the Renaissance city.

What others are saying about Tuscany

@fran.harrison20 asks:

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@info_50 asks:

Hello,

Im seeking an Experienced & Fully-certified English-speaking GENERAL CONTRACTOR (PROJECT MANAGER) for a Tuscan home Im seeking to renovate in the Massa Carrara vicinity.

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