Florence is the capital of Tuscany and, for its architectural splendor, one of the most beautiful cities of the world, obligatory destination for tourists worldwide. Florence, resting on the River Arno banks is the cradle of art, the mother of the Italian language and the home of Opera, and is blessed with a spell-bounding atmosphere which has never failed to delight its visitors.
The bountiful Florence’s province contains mainly the famous Chianti region. This verdant and fertile landscape is set between the Arno basin, south of Florence, and the province of Siena. The Chianti rolling hills have become a world icon of quality life, source of good food and excellent wine.
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Written by dariociccioni • March 18, 2019
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