Category Archives: Arezzo and surroundings
Christmas in Tuscany: markets and nativity scenes
December is definitely one of my favourite months of the year: even though the days are short and cold is intense, the upcoming holidays with their lights and ornaments, the delicious Christmas sweets and the several events such as markets and nativity scenes make Christmastime always very special! I love…
Summertime in Arezzo: 5 music and art Festivals
Anghiari, the gem of Valtiberina
The hilltop medieval hamlet of Anghiari dominates the Upper Valley of the Tiber River, in the easternmost area of the Province of Arezzo. Surrounded by imposing walls, its nice squares and narrow alleys are overlooked by nice craft workshops, palaces and houses with small windows and balconies adorned with colourful…
Arezzo in two days: things to do
Perhaps less popular than Siena and Lucca, but equally beautiful, Arezzo dates back to Etruscan and Roman times, and has become well-known thanks to Roberto Benigni’s Oscar-winning movie “Life is beautiful”, filmed in the marvellous historical centre of the town. Here are some suggestions for a visit to this gem…