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Tuscany is
just so stuffed full of culture that it is all just a bit overwhelming. The
major Renaissance cities do unfortunately suffer as a result and Florence
in particular
is becoming something of a nightmare with queues to rival those of
Versailles or Granada.
Once
out of the cities though, it is still possible to find quiet little towns
also containing the odd masterpiece, but not on the primary tourist route so much less stressful and definitely worth a visit.
The food and wine are right up there with
the best of France or Spain and, like those countries, they have managed
to retain local food without becoming too precious about it. So,
genuine local produce and decent wine, pizzas that actually taste of
something, and a general absence of restaurant chains; at least that was
when I was last there. |
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