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Places to see in ( Prato - Italy )

Places to see in ( Prato - Italy )

Prato sits in the heart of Tuscany, near some of the most famous of the world's cities of art: Florence, Lucca, Pisa, Siena. It is the second-largest city in the Region, as well as the third in Central Italy for number of inhabitants. The city's roots lie in the realms of art and nature, even if its economy - and that of the Province - was historically founded on the textile sector. Such a history is still alive and kicking, spurring on its growth beyond the riches it created; the area remains particularly rich in its values of hospitality, and in its cultural diversity.

The city of Prato, internationally renowned for the textile production that has its roots in a time-honored tradition, gather the evolution phases of this activity together in a museum. It is a journey through the historical memories and world of textiles. The terrain is rather varied, offering historic-artistic attraction of great significance along an itinerary in discovery of the treasures of the Etruscan, Medieval, and contemporary ages.
The Province of Prato is an authentic discovery of unexpected treasures. In a province primarily known for its important textile districts, it is less-known that it preserves historic works of beauty, where traditions and a prized cuisine blend with the beautiful scenery to create a dynamic that is fresh, modern and new. The Province comprises the Comunes of Cantagallo, Carmignano, Montemurlo, Poggio a Caiano, Vaiano and Vernio.

Piazza del Comune is the original nucleus of Prato, a crossroad of two Medieval streets. It hosts the 13th-century Palazzo Comunale and the medieval Palazzo Pretorio, which is characterized by red bricks and is the home of the civic museum that will open again on March 22nd after a long period of closure due to restoration. In the middle of the square, there is a statue of Prato's famous merchant, Francesco Datini. You'll also see a fountain: it's copy of the Fontana del Bacchino (Little Bacchus), the original of which is inside the Palazzo Comunale.

Piazza del Duomo is just few steps from Piazza del Comune. The main attraction here is the Cathedral of Santo Stefano, a jewel of Romanesque Gothic architecture, which featuresAndrea della Robbia's sculptured relief doorway and Donatello's pulpit. Inside, you'll find frescoes by Paolo Uccello, Filippo Lippi and Agnolo Gaddi. On September 8, each year, this is where the Display of the Sacred Belt of the Madonna takes place. It is one of the main celebrations in Prato.

San Domenico church is easy to reach from Piazza del Duomo, by take Via Convenevole. San Domenico is a refined Gothic structure in stone and brick. Passing through the cloister, you'll see the Museo di Pittura Murale. Palazzo Datini is another point of interest because because it is a rare example of a medieval frescoed residence. It was built in 1383 for the merchant Francesco Datini, and, in 1409, housed Pope Alexander V.

In Piazza San Francesco stands the church of the same name, which features a beautiful green and white marble façade. It houses a funerary monument of Geminiano Inghirami and frescoes by Niccolò Gerini in the Migliorati Chapel. Piazza delle Carceri is the home of the Emperor's Castle, erected by Frederick II and built between 1237 and 1247 by Riccardo da Lentini. Here, you'll also find the Basilica of S. Maria delle Carceri, which was commissioned by Lorenzo de' Medici to Giuliano da San Gallo. It features works by Andrea della Robbia, Bernardo Buontalenti and stained glass windows by Domenico Ghirlandaio.

The Cassero Medievale is a medieval bridge house that has a super-elevated fortified walk, accessible from Viale Piave, just in front of the Eastern Gate of the Emperor's Castle. Nearby, you'll find the Museo del Tessuto, the only museum of its kind in Italy. In Piazza San Marco, there is the Square Form with Cut, a white marble sculpture by Henry Moore, which was donated to the City of Prato in 1974. Outside the walls, there is a main attraction you cannot miss: the Centro per l'arte Contemporanea Luigi Pecci, located in Viale della Repubblica. It is not just an exhibition space but alsoa place for international research on contemporary art and textile technology.

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Carmignano (PO) Tuscany Italy

A little hilltown that overviews all the sorrounding valleys, towns and cities like Florence Prato and Pistoia. Nice view of the hills covered with Vines and Olives.
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A perfect Italian dinner in Tuscany

By Debora

If you're planning a walking holiday in Tuscany on the Via Francigena or Cammino di Francesco, don't miss the chance to discover authentic Italian food, one of the richest Mediterranean food cultures. Let us whet your appetite with this blog post before you leave for the Italian peninsula.

We suggest you begin your evening in Tuscany with an aperitivo. The Italian word aperitivo is usually translated as Happy Hour but is not the same thing. An aperitivo is just a pre-dinner drink, meant to open the palate.

Aperitivo drinks can be alcoholic or non-alcoholic, virgin drinks. Non-alcoholic or virgin drinks can range from a soft drink to delicious fruit juice cocktails or a non-alcoholic bitter, like Italian Sanbitter, Crodino or Chinotto.

For alcoholic drinks we suggest wine, usually white, but don't dismiss a good red wine a priori. Prosecco is our favourite choice: sparkling white wine perfect to sweeten your palate while tasting some exquisite appetizers. Spumante, sweet or dry sparkling white wine, is also a good choice. Fragolino or Brachetto are two of the sweetest choices if you go for red wine.

What is offered as appetizers, really depends on the bar. A few olives and potato chips are the classic (poorest) offering. We suggest you ask for something tastier and Italian, like some bread or breadsticks, grissini in Italian, accompanied by some fresh and fabulous Parma ham (prosciutto di Parma) or the famous lardo di Colonnata produced in Carrara, Tuscany. Sometimes you can find Italian cheese such as fresh Mozzarella as an appetizer.

Dinner

Take your time to enjoy your aperitivo and then move serenely to a good restaurant in town but make sure they have bistecca alla fiorentina in the Menu.

Bistecca alla fiorentina, or beefsteak Florentine style, is a T-bone traditionally sourced from either the Chianina or Maremmana breeds of cattle. It's one of our favourite Tuscan dishes and we heartily recommend it to you!

Begin your dinner with a fresh salad dressed with Italian olive oil and balsamic vinegar from Modena.

The highlight of the evening is now finally arrived.

The bistecca alla fiorentina is 2 or 3 fingers thick and the correct weight for 2 people varies between 900 and 1250 grams. The T-bone divides the filet part of the steak from the sirloin. The steak is grilled over a wood or charcoal fire, seasoned with salt and sometimes with black pepper. A generous amount of olive oil is applied immediately after the meat is taken off the heat. The secret is in the speed of the cooking method and the result is that the meat is roasted golden brown on the outside and soft and pulpy in the inside. It is traditionally served very rare, sometimes garnished with lemon wedges and accompanied by Tuscan beans or baked potatoes as a side dish. Thickly cut and very large steaks are often shared between two or more people.

Wine

The best Tuscan red wine to accompany your fabulous dish is absolutely a Chianti.

Other good choices of well-known regional wines could be Monteregio di Massa Marittima Riserva Doc, Brunello di Montalcino, Carmignano, Morellino di Scansano, Parrina, Sassicaia and Vernaccia di San Gimignano.

Desserts

If you still have a little space for dessert, try some delicious tiramisu or panna cotta, the best Italian traditional desserts. Something also traditional but much lighter could be just some Cantuccini, known in English as biscotti, which in Italian is just the general word for biscuits. Try them with an Espresso or a Macchiato. Keep in mind that Italy is the country of coffee par excellence, so enjoy it!

Your dinner is now finished, but if you are very greedy or you didn't have dessert at the restaurant, plan a stop in an open gelateria for a delicious handmade Italian gelato to eat while you enjoy a stroll around town.



*Talk to our travel consultants for more information about our walking holidays in Tuscany.

Uphill bike ride to Carmignano in Tuscany Italy

Carmignano...a nice little hilltown famous for the wine, olive oil and amaretti cookies produced here. See the late autumn view and enjoy the country songs of Ernie Oldfield.

Italy 2015 (Carmignano, Pisa, Florence, Vatican City, Rome)

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An overlooking to the city of Prato, a medieval town in the heart of Tuscany mainly known for its antique textile tradition, sweets biscuits and chocolate.

A day in Artimino Tuscany Italy

Situated on a hilltop in the province of Prato Italy.
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Shore Excursion - Walking Through Naples, Pizza & Secret Tunnels

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This walking tour introduces you to some of Naples' best kept secrets, including castles dating as far back as the 13th century, an underground tunnel built by order of Ferdinand II of Bourbon, and the most monumental and harmonious square of the city. Leaving the port on foot, your first view of the city takes you back to the 13th century with the Castle Nuovo, a grim and gloomy fortress that served as the residence of the kings of Anjou, Aragon, and the Spanish Viceroys. Continuing along the Naples seaside, you'll see the famous Castle of the Egg in Santa Lucia; with its spectacular waterfront views, it offers a perfect photo opportunity. Stop to snap a picture before starting your walk through the Bourbon Tunnel. Some 150 years after Ferdinand II of Bourbon and his architect Errico Alvino designed it, the Bourbon Tunnel (Tunnel Borbonico), the most beautiful underground tour through the Naples 'below'. An exciting itinerary awaits you when you find the aqueduct of Carmignano, which served the city of Naples of the '600 Century; a military path of the XIX Century, named 'Bourbon Tunnel; the bomb shelters used during the numerous German bombing of the Second World War, and buried vintage cars and motorbikes. At the end of the walk through the tunnel you'll arrive in Piazza Plebiscito; this noble semicircular piazza is undoubtedly the most famous square in Naples and is flanked by the 17th-century Royal Palace, San Carlo Opera House and the Church of St. Francis. Finally, you'll have some free time here for shopping or taking in the views, before walking back to your ship. Note: This tour includes extensive walking on both uneven and flat surfaces. During summer months expect extreme heat; we recommend that you dress in layers, wear a hat and bring bottled water.

A Day Trip to Bowen Island BC Canada

Take a fun and relaxing day trip from West Vancouver's Horseshoe Bay to Bowen Island. Enjoy a scenic 20 minute ferry ride and discover Bowen Island's natural beauty and vibrant art scene.

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This video is produced by West Coast Adventures TV for Vancouver's North Shore Tourism Association. Produced and directed by Danny Sayson and hosted by Susie Lee. Historic photographs provided by Bowen Island Museum and Archives.

Impruneta Italy by bike

Enjoy the autumn view and listen to the nice song of Ernie Oldfield.