Pisa is one of the most popular cities in Italy for tourists. It is popular for a couple reasons, most importantly the famous “Leaning Tower of Pisa”.Read More
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As part of a good afternoon and out, the barriers between cafés, bars, restaurants, and music venues often blend, since bars, much more so than clubs, are the great centers of entertainment around town. Read More
Tuscan food tends to be simple, almost rustic, but is always made from the best ingredients. Most famous is the typically unsalted Tuscan bread (pane sciocco). Stories suggest that the lack of salt is the result of a trade dispute between Pisa and Florence. Read More
Yes, it’s famous. In fact, it’s infamous; that inclined tower has become the symbol not just of Pisa but an iconic image of Italy itself. But Pisa proves it isn’t a one-trick pony; there is much more to the city than its tilted tower.Read More
Pisa was a major Roman port, but the Arno River has since silted up, leaving it 10 kilometers inland. In 1063, Pisa's navy was instrumental in defeating the Saracens at Messina and Palermo, beginning Pisa's rise to control Mediterranean shipping.Read More
It may not be a shopping mecca like Florence or Milan, but Venice does specialize in artisan shops that sell things you truly can't find anywhere else.Read More
Despite its a bevy of bars and streets and canals packed with tourists, Venice, Italy, has a surprisingly low-key nightlife scene.Read More
Pasta and pizza are world famous, and are the staples we generally associate with Italy and its cuisine. The reality, however, is that Italy is home to variety of cuisines.Read More
From Ancient Rome to The Renaissance, the boot at the bottom of Europe has had a vast influence on European art, culture and politics that continues to be felt.Read More
Venice is a city of immense beauty and historical significance, but it is also unique and not like any other city in Italy.Read More
