Guidebooks Florence

Florence is one of the most appreciated artistic cities in Italy. The Cradle of the Renaissance and the homeland of illustrious artists and patrons of the arts, Florence's old town is included in the prestigious list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Although comparatively small, Florence's city centre boasts an extraordinary concentration of inestimable works of art.

The whole province of Florence is the ideal holiday destination for both gourmets looking for interesting food and wine itineraries and the lovers of nature. South-west of the province is the vast hilly region of Chianti, which is famous all over the world for the production of fine DOC wines; south-east is the mountainous district of Pratomagno, the latter being crossed by fascinating scenic routes which lead to intimate villages offering tasty local specialities.

Not to be missed are the enchanting landscapes of Valdarno and Valdelsa, which cherish the famous spa resort of Gambassi. Poggio Imperiale, Fiesole, Vaglia and Pratolino are thriving towns dotted with sumptuous residences which were commissioned by the Medici Family.