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Vacationers have traveled to Tuscany and Umbria for centuries, and visitor figures continue to rise. In this newly revised edition of a Cadogan classic, Italy experts Facaros and Pauls uncover Tuscany's lavish natural beauty and some of the most enchanting landscapes in Europe. The three regions' combination of sheer beauty, wealth, and dastardly doings fired some of the greatest art and literature in the West, by the likes of Dante, Leonardo, Botticelli, and a hundred more. The guide discovers Tuscany, delving into the dense concentration of art that spills out of Florence into Pisa, Lucca, and Arezzo; absorbing the energy of Siena's frenzied Palio; and taking in the sumptuous vineyards of Chianti. It explores the medieval hill towns of green Umbria--historic Perugia over the Tiber Valley, the newly restored monuments and architecture of Assisi, and the famous cathedral of Orvieto. Finally, the unspoiled landscape of the civilized Marches is covered. The region is fast gaining popularity as an alternative to Tuscany and Umbria; unlike other guides, Cadogan explores its bustling, sparkly seaside resort of Rimini. Cadogan not only brings this well-known and popular part of Italy to life, but also puts a new slant on the Leaning Tower and digs up some surprising secret gardens along the way.

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Cadogans newly updated guide misses no treats in this popular Italian region of golden charm Dana Facaros and Michael Pauls travel the wine roads of Chianti test out local gourmet delicacies wax lyrical about hilltop villages and delve into the glori

This is the 3rd edition of the very successful guide to the winding Italian coast from Naples to Solerno. Facaros & Pauls uncover the layers of history from active Vesuvius to the present day glitterati in Positano. With color maps, town maps, ferry times to the islands and extended coverage of where to eat and stay on all budgets, and tips on how to survive the dripping Italian glamour of the Neopolitan Riviera, and where to find the quiet places, secluded beaches and cool, half-hidden ruins for a bit of gentle culture.

Three remarkable cities, with three remarkable stories to tell. Rome went out and conquered the world, and in its retirement came back to remake itself an ornate capital for an empire of souls. Venice built itself up from a Dark Age swamp to become a fairy city of canals. Florence built its empire on finance and wool, and lavished the profits on art and science. Pomp and glory, greed and beauty, mercantilism and brains - between the three, you'll discover a good deal of what Italy means. Cadogan's essential guide uncovers the divine, the great and the quirky in each city, where the stuff of civilization merges delightfully into the pleasures of everyday life.

Bradt's guide to Umbria & the Marche is the most comprehensive resource for exploring these two central Italian regions, which offer the beauty, history, and culture of Tuscany without the crowds and high prices. Authors Dana Facaros and Michael Pauls, who lived in Umbria during the 1980s, bring their deep knowledge of the area's landscapes, hill towns, cuisine, and art. The guide highlights the remarkable art cities of Perugia, Orvieto, Urbino, Loreto, and Todi, where art permeates every church and palazzo. A dedicated chapter on Assisi, a key pilgrimage site, and the Valle Umbra, including Spoleto, the medieval capital of the Lombards, showcases the region's rich heritage. Beyond these urban centers lies unspoiled countryside with rolling olive groves, forests, and charming villages, each boasting its own masterpieces and family-run restaurants. The guide also covers the republic of San Marino and details the Marche's river valleys leading to the Adriatic, featuring sandy beaches from Senigallia to San Benedetto del Tronto. Landlocked Umbria offers stunning water features, including Lake Trasimeno and the Cascata delle Marmore. With expert recommendations and beautiful photography, this guide is an essential resource for discovering a more authentic side of Italy.

Bradt's new guide to Emilia Romagna is the most comprehensive resource for exploring this northern Italian region, emphasizing history, art, culture, and outdoor activities in the Apennines. Discover picturesque villages like Vignola, known for cherries, and medieval towns such as Castell'Arquato and Brisighella. The Romagna area features sandy Adriatic beaches, wildlife-rich lagoons in the Po Delta, and San Marino, the world's smallest republic. Authored by experienced travel writers Dana Facaros and Michael Pauls, this guide offers an in-depth look at Bologna, the regional capital, covering accommodations, dining, galleries, museums, shopping, and the Fico Eataly food theme park. Emilia Romagna showcases the fertile Po plain alongside vibrant cities connected by the Via Emilia. Bologna, home to the oldest university, and cities like Parma, Modena, Ferrara, Piacenza, Ravenna, and Rimini each present unique charms, from Ravenna's Byzantine mosaics to Modena's medieval cathedral and Ferrari heritage. With 28 maps, glossaries on language, art, and architecture, and practical information, this guide is ideal for art and food enthusiasts, families on beach holidays, and city break lovers of all ages.

Travel guide to Gascony and the Pyrenees (France). Expert advice and travel information covers hotels, cuisine, art havens, beaches, mountains, hiking, cycling, surfing, wellness therapies and cave art. Features Toulouse, Perpignan, Bayonne, Biarritz, Auch, Mimizan, Dune du Pilat, medieval Catalan villages, Niaux, Le Mas-d'Azil and the Landes.

Dordogne, Lot, Bordeaux and Toulouse travel guide - tips and expert advice on where to go, stay and eat, and what to do. Includes Gironde, northern Perigord, the Vezere Valley, the Dordogne Quercynoise, Lot-et-Garonne and Tarn-et-Garonne. Wine, truffles, walking, kayaking, villages, Romanesque churches and Cap Ferrrat beaches are all covered.

This edition contains the most up-to-date information on land travel and island-hopping ferries. There are easy-to-use maps, and illustrated topics on subjects from religion and orthodoxy to dance