Maybe you’ve heard Tuscany is a very popular tourist destination!?
Of course, you have. Because the magic of Tuscany never disappoints. While it may be popular for tourist websites and publications to talk about the “next” Tuscany or some new place for adventurous tourists, Tuscany remains for many the trip of a lifetime. And many of my clients keep coming back because why not have the “trip of a lifetime” more than once!
Over the next few weeks, we will help stir your spirit of adventure with many posts about #hiddentuscany that include our favorite spots for day trips and more. Come along with us and read about these gems of Toscana and if they inspire ideas, perhaps we can help with a consultation for your next visit. Just click here to get started.
We have many stories to tell you, starting with the beauty of the hilltop town of Montecarlo that welcomes visitors with many local restaurants, several significant historical places to see and magnificent views of the Lucchesia.
Montecarlo played a critical role in the defense of Lucca during the perilous medieval era of rival nation-states, Florence and Pisa in particular. In 1325, Lucca’s famous commander Castruccio Castracani used the strategic position of Montecarlo to direct the army and win the battle of Altopascio against the Florentine army.
According to VisitTuscany.com, “Montecarlo’s top sights worth seeing include the Collegiate Church of Saint Andrew (Chiesa Collegiata di Sant’Andrea), the not-to-be-missed parish church Pieve di San Piero in Campo, dating back to 846, and the tiny but enchanting theater Teatro dei Rassicurati, which was frequented by the composer Puccini.”
Montecarlo is surrounded by vineyards and olive groves with local products that celebrate the bounty of the region. The city often hosts events that bring local people for a night of leisure and beauty. Be sure to visit around sunset!
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