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Heart of Italy, a land that surprises the more you know, Tuscany offers explorer recesses and lands of great beauty, this attractive and unusual, lost in those scenarios relaxing, quiet and harmonious that make us fall in love with a land so beautiful. Original village and to be discovered is Bagno Vignoni, as old as the castle, which is already talk in the 'eleventh century, as they spoke of miraculous thermal waters that the Etruscans and Romans seem greatly appreciated. Then, as now greeted the surface waters at a temperature of   About 52 °, and were considered a healthy touch to cure many diseases. E 'in the Middle Ages that Bagno Vignoni buys its town planning   final, and even beaten and repeatedly affected by war, still offers the tourist a village of sublime beauty and unusual structure. The heart of the village it overlooks not on how we think of a square, but around a   bath   The waters pouring down into the local river,   l 'Orcia.

Are still visible to visitors and especially not far from the heart of the beautiful village mills that are integrated and subsumed in the beautiful fields. Relaxation and peace, tradition and outstanding food that already Lorenzo il Magnifico, or St. Catherine of Siena discover and love. Tradition has it that it had been brought by her mother in Bagno Vignoni to dissuade her from taking her vows, apparently to no avail. Bagno Vignoni offers the opportunity to visit a small and charming old Romanesque architecture which still surprises with its exceptional gateway, still perfectly preserved, the tower, and the church of San Biagio. E 'A visit to   Lodge of St. Catherine overlooking the large spa tub, as the little church of S. John the Baptist.

You'll be amazed by the aforementioned Mills Park, where you will learn about and to trace the agricultural traditions of the area. Do not miss the castle Vignoni, imperious notes that the town.   There will also be able to visit art cities of primary importance, such as Florence, Arezzo, Siena and many others. Opportunities Do not miss the Florentine New Year is celebrated at the end of March, the carousel bear or lumimara San Ranieri. Numerous opportunities and overnight stay at farmhouses and bed and breakfast lost among the beautiful hills of Tuscany.

Renting a farmhouse in Tuscany (link: it.yourtuscanvilla.com ) is certainly a great way to discover this beautiful region of Italy. Staying at a Farm will allow you to live in an environment where the hand of man and nature meet in perfect harmony and where you can still enjoy the flavors of yesteryear.
Many gites and cottages in Tuscany (link: it.yourtuscanvilla.com ) produce products such as wine and oil, but also sausages, hams, cheeses and honey. Eating on a farm is a unique experience because it is family-run business menus are often based on the best local produce and home cooking as it once was.
Of course, spring and summer are the best times to visit these facilities but also the autumn and winter have their charm Giacchè turn on the fireplace and read a book by the crackling fire is a wonderful experience.
The cottages are scattered throughout Tuscany, but if you do not know this beautiful land I recommend the area of Cortona and Montepulciano to the south of Siena.