Even among Italy’s many attractions, the historical region of Tuscany occupies a special place. It is home to more than half of Italy’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The architectural ensembles of Florence and Pisa with its famous tower, the city of “medieval skyscrapers” in San Gimignano, and the Renaissance-inspired walls of Lucca—all of this is Tuscany.

It is also the birthplace of Dante, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Chianti, whose popularity continues to bring the region a steady income. Ecotourism enthusiasts prefer the Tuscan countryside, while beach and diving enthusiasts enjoy the region’s coastline and the island of Elba, renowned not only as Napoleon’s residence but also for its clear waters and coral reefs.

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Tuscan locals proudly consider their region the cradle of European civilization, where many great achievements have accumulated over 2,500 years. In Fiesole, a small town founded by the Etruscans, you can see a Roman amphitheater and ancient baths. San Gimignano, known as the “city of skyscrapers,” speaks of the turbulent times of the Middle Ages. In Pisa, in addition to its popular tower, one can note the contribution of local scientist Galileo to the development of European science.

The Tuscan countryside is a landmark in itself. Vineyards, groves, and cozy towns attract tourists from all over the world.

Florence, the region’s capital, attracts lovers of art, history, and literature. Here you can admire the collections of the Uffizi Gallery, visit Dante’s House Museum, or the oldest theater in Europe, the Pergola. Certaldo is famous for another famous writer, Giovanni Boccaccio. Siena, located in the Chianti Valley, attracts visitors with its medieval charm, while Livorno boasts a maritime flair and port atmosphere. Elba Island is famous not only for Napoleon but also as an ideal family vacation spot, with its many beaches and the Tuscan National Park.