Central Italy
San Gimignano, TuscanyCentral Italy is made up of five regions and is loved for its culture-rich cities, charming hilltop towns, and rolling landscape of which the Apennines Mountains are a major focal point. The region is bordered by the Adriatic Sea on the east and the Ligurian and Tyrrhenian Seas on the west, offering a coast-to-coast experience.
Central Italy is often referred to as the Three Sisters, for the renowned (and most visited) cities of Rome, Florence, and Pisa. Top that off with the best wineries and culinary delights, it is no wonder that central Italy, and Tuscany in particular, is a favorite Italian destination for many.
Central Italy experiences hot summers, pleasant springs and autumns, and temperate winters with plenty of rain and the occasional dusting of snow.
Central Italy is Known for Its:
- Amazing Rolling Landscapes Covered in Vineyards and Olive Groves
- History and Arts; it’s the Center of the Roman Empire, the Birthplace of the Italian Renaissance and its Museums Contain Some of the Greatest Masterpieces of the World
- Iconic landmarks, such as the leaning tower of Pisa, the Colosseum, and the Vatican.
- Tuscany’s Etruscan Heritage and Sites
- Umbria’s National Parks and Beautiful Waterfalls
- Marche’s Mountains and Gorgeous Coasts and Beaches
- Castles and Monasteries
- Outdoor Activities including Hiking, Cycling, Mountain Biking
- Food: Cacio e Pepe, Carbonara, Truffles, Porchetta, Bistecca Fiorentina, Boar Dishes, World-Famous Cheeses, Cured Meats, Olive Oil,
- Wine: Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino, Sangiovese, Vin Santo, Frascati Superiore, Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
Popular Cities:
- Rome
- Florence
- Pisa
- Siena
- San Gimignano
- Volterra
- Lucca
- Chianti
- Montepulciano
- Montalcino
- Cortona
- Assisi
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