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The Best of Tuscany
Whilst it is quite difficult to narrow down the best little villages in Tuscany, we’ve narrowed it down to three must-see, never-forget places: Siena, San Gimignano, Monteriggioni. Each place is more charming than the next ? although not quite as … Continue reading
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(1 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5) Loading ...Artviva serenaded by Italy’s Armed Forces
It’s one of the many (really, many!) wonderful things about Italy that when there is need for fanfare, it is done in style*. Today, as the Artviva staff were working hard as usual (and nibbling on some Terra Kiros-recipe banana … Continue reading
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(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...THOSE RUDE ROMANS – When swearing is caring
Going out for a meal, be it in your home town or in Italy, is a treat. Even if you love cooking, to be able to sit back and relax whilst someone serves you expertly prepared food, is just heavenly. … Continue reading
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(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...An Artist in a Renaissance Villa -Studio Visit
Today we were privileged to visit artist Donatella Mei at her stunning renaissance villa, studio and gardens near Florence. Donatella Mei was born in Florence where today she lives and works. Mei received degrees in Classical sudies and Art but she has … Continue reading
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(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...Pesto alla Geovese – tips and recipe
Pesto alla Geovese is a typical dish from the northern Italian region of Liguria, and specifically named after its capital city Genoa. Typically, this pesto is made by mixing 60 grams of fresh basil leaves, 2 tablespoons of pine nuts, … Continue reading
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(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...A new exhibition in the Accademia Gallery in Florence
A new exhibition in the Accademia Gallery (the museum most famous for housing Michelangelo’s statue of David) has just begun. Entitled The Virtues of Love ? Nuptial Painting in 15th Century Florence the exhibition will run until November 1st. The … Continue reading
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(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...Visiting Venice
Venice is composed of 118 little islands linked by 400 bridges the best way to travel in Venice is by boat. The gondola was invented by the city of Venice soon after it was founded in 166 AD and Artviva‘s unique Original … Continue reading
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(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...Giving David a bath!
A new play about Michelangelo’s statue of David has just opened in New York. In this girl-meets-statue story, Giulia, an American restorer has the job of cleaning Michelangelo’s masterpiece at the Accademia Gallery in Florence. Michelangelo’s David was restored six … Continue reading
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(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...Historic football tomorrow in Florence!
Don’t forget that tomorrow the first match of Calcio Storico will take place in Piazza Santa Croce. The game is said to originate from an ancient Roman ball sport, which became the sport of princes and noblemen in the golden … Continue reading
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(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...Visit Tuscan Villas and Gardens for free!
From the 17th of June until the 14th of November visitors to Florence will have the opportunity to visit various gardens and villas normally closed to the public for free. Every Thursday through Sunday from 10 am to 1 pm … Continue reading
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