Places to see in ( Castiglione Della Pescaia - Italy )
Places to see in ( Castiglione Della Pescaia - Italy )
Between the blue of the sea and the green of the hills lies Castiglione della Pescaia. The town, a renowned seaside resort, is known for its beautiful beaches and extensive pine groves that stretch as far as Marina di Grosseto, ending in the charming Pineta del Tombolo.
Perched on a spur of Monte Petriccio, the medieval town is protected by remarkable walls with plenty of towers, gates and a 15th-century castle. Centuries past to the east of the tower there once stood Lake Prile, and next to the water an Etruscan settlement, which became Portus Traianus in Roman times. With the passing of the centuries, the lake dried up and the vast swampland that formed there was reclaimed thanks to work commissioned by the Grand Duke of Tuscany Leopoldo. In the place of the ancient lake now there stands the Diaccia Botrona nature reserve, regarded as the most important wetland in Italy and acknowledged as an area of international importance for the rare ecosystem sited there.
Castiglione della Pescaia is an old fishermen’s village, whose picturesque harbour is still the mooring place for sailor every night with their vibrant catch, making way for the countless yachts that cast anchor in this sought-after resort. The town is nestled in greenery, home to many animals. The bird life here is particularly interesting, as too is the rich and variegated flora. The Castiglione della Pescaia area is perfect for long walks, horse and bike rides, all of which benefit from the trails and roads that head deep into moss and pinewoods. The seawater is a balm to the senses and the long stretches of fine, light sandy beaches extend to the edge of the pine groves. Sun worshippers and sport lovers love the sailing and the refreshing seaside lifestyle at Castiglione della Pescaia. The beaches, even the most isolated ones, provide the perfect getaway from the noise and crowds at other bathing establishments along the Tuscan coast.
While you are in the vicinity, check out the surrounding area, such as Vetulonia, one of the most important Etruscan settlements, whose burial ground and archaeological museum are worth visiting. Venture to Tirli, a town that relates how life in the Maremma used to be, famous for its authentic rustic food. Then there’s Buriano, with its medieval castle and stunning views over the Maremma. Lastly, 15 kilometres from Castiglione della Pescaia stands Punta Ala, the famous luxury tourist destination, known for its harbour and decked out with some of the most state-of-the-art equipment in the whole of the Mediterranean.
The flatlands connecting Castiglione della Pescaia and Grosseto were a salt water lake (lago Prile) during Etruscan reign, which slowly turned into marshlands. The Romans kept draining the area until nature had the better of everybody in the Middle Ages. The evolution of the marshlands can be studied at CASA XIMENES (also known as Casa Rossa, the red house), which provides guided visits by boats through the Diaccia Botrona nature reserve and walks for nature lovers (in summer only in the late afternoon, ask for timing at the tourist office). The best time for birdwatching is from October to spring, but flamingo colonies live in the reserve all through the year.
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Places to see in ( Grosseto - Italy )
Places to see in ( Grosseto - Italy )
Grosseto is the out-of-the-way provincial capital of the Maremma, situated 14 km from the sea coast. It’s overlooked by the majority of tourists as there are no major sights here. But it’s a pleasant place with a nice central square and a well organised archeological museum filled with Etruscan artefacts.
Grossed played an important part in the history of Maremma in Tuscany. From an historical point of view, its most interesting attractions are the city walls. They were rebuilt by the Medici in the 16th century and are still in good shape today. The Archeological Museum is worth a visit too. Recently renovated, it has a small but nicely organised collection that focuses on the finds made at the nearby Etruscan city of Rosselle.
At the heart of the city is Dante Alighieri square, a mock medieval space where you’ll find the Cathedral of San Lorenzo, remodelled in the 19th century in neo Romanesque-Gothic style. The Palazzo Aldobrandeschi is here too, built in 1903 in a style that evokes Sienese Medieval architecture. The statue of Leopoldo II Lorena (1846) has an interesting story. It shows the struggle against malaria (the snake) and celebrates the”enlightened” ruler that helped Maremma to fight against it.
The square is a pleasant place for a stroll or an aperitivo. There are many shops under the loggia and along one of the most lively streets – Corso Carducci – that leads up to the square dominated by the cathedral. The Cathedral of San Lorenzo might look Medieval but it’s not. The only surviving decorative elements that are original are the four symbols of the evangelists that stand on the cornice in front of the buttresses. Inside, some of the glass windows are the originals from 1400. Look out for the splendidly carved baptismal font and the painting “Madonna delle Grazie” (1470) by Matteo di Giovanni.
Church of San Francesco – the altar cross (1280-83) is attributed to the young Duccio di Buoninsegna. It shows impressive realism in the depiction of the body of Christ. City walls – The 2900 meter long city walls have been turned into a tree lined walk way. There are six bastions (the fortress incorporates the medieval tower still visible today), and of the gates, the southern one is the eldest, dating from the 14th century. Until 1757 the walls were surrounded by a moat connected to a series of canals so that goods could be transported by boat.
Museo Archeologico e dell’Arte della Maremma – The museum spans the entire spectrum of Etruscan culture. There are exhibits of artefacts from the Villanova period (10th-8th c.) excavated in Vetulonia, and objects unearthed in Talamone, Sovana and Pitigliano, On the third floor there’s a museum of sacred art, mainly Medieval. The last rooms have a brief history of the city.
The area around Grosseto offers unspoiled beaches bordered by pine forests and peaceful countryside where agriturismi have flourished in the past few decades. The Uccellina Natural Park is just a few kilometers away. Castiglione della Pescaia is one of the most attractive coastal towns in Tuscany.
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ITALY -TARQUINIA TOWN, MUSEUM & ETRUSCAN TOMBS
Join us as we explore the Wonders of the Etruscans as we visit Tarquina, the Museum and Etruscan tombs at the Etruscan Necropolis of Monterozzi, a short distance from the port of Civitavecchia, Italy.
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Places to see in ( Tivoli - Italy )
Places to see in ( Tivoli - Italy )
Tivoli is situated on the Aniene river to the east of Rome, in the Monti Tiburtini hills where the climate is fresher than Rome's. For this reason, the area was popular from ancient times onwards with Rome's moneyed classes, who built summer retreats in the area. As the town was on a major trading route from Rome to the Abruzzi, Tivoli has always been an important settlement. Modern Tivoli has around 50,000 inhabitants, and spreads out far beyond the crumblingly picturesque historical centre. In the suburb of Bagni di Tivoli, on the plains below the town centre, it is still possible to bathe in natural thermal springs. The fourth century BC town wall is still visible, as are temples from the second century BC.
There is plenty to occupy the visitor in Tivoli for a day, even if they miss out one of the two famous villas. Travellers keen to see all the sights of the area should note that the Villa Adriana is actually a bus ride outside town; and they may find their day stretched to an uncomfortable length. Some visitors choose to stay in Tivoli, away from the bustle of Rome; if you are very keen on spending a long time at the monuments, or planning to travel onwards through Italy this may be an option worth considering.
The Renaissance Villa d'Este was built in the 1550s for Cardinal Ippolito d'Este, the son of Lucretia Borgia. Built over a Benedictine convent, the palace was intended for entertaining and contains lavishly frescoed reception rooms. The main attraction for visitors, however, is the breathtaking garden. Designed to impress the Cardinal's guests, the Villa d'Este's gardens are composed almost exclusively of water features. Fountains of every description dazzle the onlooker, from the grand 'Fountain of the Dragons' and 'Hundred Fountains', to a miniature watery reproduction of Rome. The centrepiece, the gigantic Water Organ Fountain, cascades down a huge drop into quiet, shady pools.
For those with an interest in antiquities, the Villa Adriana is worth a day to itself. The Emperor Hadrian conceived a countryside dwelling here that would by normal standards be considered a town. A gigantic complex with underground service passages big enough for vehicles (tantalising glimpses are still visible), the Villa incorporates lakes, fountains, libraries, baths, temples and gardens. The area covered is staggering, and highly confusing even when armed with a map; it's easy to imagine the emperor himself asking for directions.
Villa Gregoriana is an impressive park set in a gorge with a 100m waterfall. The site has recently reopened to the public after restoration by the FAI (Italy's equivalent of the English National Trust, with free entry to NT members). It's a pleasant and shady place to ramble. Views over the gorge can be enjoyed from the Ponte Gregoriano.
Temple of Vesta and Temple of the Sybil - the characteristic round Temple of Vesta occupies a panoramic position above the valley of the Villa Gregoriana, about ten minutes' walk from the Villa d'Este. Ponte Gregoriano - there was a devastating flood in the 1800s; afterwards the river was diverted and this bridge was built. Tivoli Tourist Information Office is in Piazza Garibaldi close to the main bus stop and the Villa d'Este. Even if it's closed, you may be able to pick up maps and information.
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Places to see in ( Grosseto - Italy ) Area archeologica di Roselle
Places to see in ( Grosseto - Italy ) Area archeologica di Roselle
The archaeological area of Roselle includes the remains of the ancient Etruscan city of Roselle ( Rusellae for the Romans ). It is located 8 kilometers north of the city of Grosseto . In 2016, the archaeological area recorded 18 716 visitors. Roselle was located 10 km from Grosseto , at the crossing point between the Ombrone valley and the Grosseto Maremma , on the shore of the ancient Lake Prile , and was an ancient lucumonie of central Etruria, a member of Etruscan Dodecapoli .
It preserves an overlap of buildings and walls belonging to the Villanovan , Etruscan and then Roman civilizations . The discovery of red-figure Attic vases testifies to the commercial contacts of the city with Greece and the Greek colonies of southern Italy. Founded in the seventh century BC , it was mentioned by Dionysius of Halicarnassus among the cities that brought aid to the Latins in the war against Tarquinio Prisco . It developed to the detriment of neighboring lucumonies in particular Vetulonia .
In 294 BC it was conquered by the Romans . It became the first Roman municipality and later, with Augustus colony . The Forum and the basilica date back to this period, a system for collecting rainwater and a thermal building. Traces of an amphitheater and villas are also preserved. Starting from the sixth century it fell like all the Maremma , scourged by malaria . The city was abandoned until the reclamation of the area by Pietro Leopoldo at the end of the eighteenth century. In the fifties the remains of the ancient buildings were brought to light through a long campaign of excavations carried out by the archaeologist Aldo Mazzolai .
The walls were built by the Etruscans between the seventh and sixth centuries BC The perimeter of the wall circuit is over 3 km, with an average height of about 7 m. The first traces of frequentation of this area of the settlement are with some layers containing findings of Villanovan age and of late VII - beginning VI century BC
On the southern side of the forum, near the domus of the mosaics, are the archaeological remains of the ancient Roman temple of the flamines Augustales , which was built during the Imperial period ( 1st century AD ). The pagan place of worship was transformed in the early Middle Ages into a place of Christian worship, dedicated to San Silvestro , whose existence is ascertained starting from 765
On the slopes of the northern hill a Roman thermal complex has been found , characterized by walls that in elevation have the technique of ' opus reticulatum with plinth and brick locks, while in the foundation there is the opus caementicium . The structure is divided into two sectors, with an intermediate area of unclear angles.
The necropolis that develops around the church is organized by terraces : the burials have a distribution dictated by constant distances and have a good construction technique. Built in the high medieval era outside the walls, its archaeological remains are preserved in the area of Poggio Mosconcino , in La Canonica , between the ancient civitas and the Tino di Moscona . Attached to the church there are also the remains of the rectory , which served as a bishop's residence until 1138 , the year of the transfer of the Rosellana diocese to Grosseto .
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Etruscan Necropolis - Orvieto, Italy
Etruscan tombs located below the hill town of Orvieto (off the Rupe Walk) are interesting and erie as you'll see in my video. Necropolis Del Crocifisso Del Tufo was formed by tomb chambers constructed of tufa blocks. Walk around the area for an up close look. Some believe Orvieto may have been a kind of Etruscan Mecca. More to come on the Etruscans in Cortona.
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volterra, sassetta, gavorano, castiglione della pescaia, vetulonia, campiglia marittima, buriano, porto santo stefano ( monte argentario ).
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Ostia Antica and Etruscan Necropolis - Day Tour with Stefano Rome Tours
Visit the 2 greatest vesiges of Ancient Rome: the archaeological park of Ostia Antica that incredibly represents the real Ancient Rome, and Bandtaccia Etruscan Necropolis in Cerveteri where you can walk through ancient burial tombs of this mysterius and advanced pre-Roman civilization.
Porto Ercole in Maremma Tuscany Italy
Porto Ercole in Monte Argentario, Maremma Tuscany Italy.