Tuscany a region in the centre of Italy bordering the Mediterranean and is divided into 10 provinces. It is a region of mountains and hills with very few plains. When asked to describe Tuscany, people will either tell you about the beauty of its rolling hills decorated with rustic farmhouses, vineyards and cyprus trees, or the romance of its famous cities such as Florence, Pisa and Sienna to name a few. Tuscany is said to have been the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance and has been the home of many famous people including Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci and Galileo. Museums celebrating their work exist in towns and villages throughout the region, not to mention the famous museums of Florence such as the Uffizi gallery and the Pitti Palace. Its cultural history and the beauty of the interior are not the only Tuscan assets. The coastal region sports many fine sandy beaches and the rugged beauty and crystal clear waters of its islands offer a relaxing alternative.
Fitting to its nature, Tuscany offers a wide variety of romantic places to stay. The countryside abounds with rural villas, casas, stone houses and cottages with views over the surrounding landscape. Agriturismos (farmstays) are popular and mansions and farmhouses nestle in the hills, unspoilt and peaceful.