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Archaeological Museum of Upper Mugello

Archaeological Museum of Upper Mugello

There are many places in Italy where the historical and cultural tradition is preserved and represents a tangible testimony of the presence of human settlements since ancient times. Even Tuscany is not far behind and preserves, in its various places, areas where you can breathe history and where the deeds of men are preserved and available to anyone who wants to immerse themselves in past centuries. Specifically, in this article we deal with the Archaeological Museum of the upper Mugello, which is located in the province of Florence, more precisely in Palazzuolo sul Senio.

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The Queen of Londa Peach

peach queen of londa in Tuscany

Italy has always been a country where the tradition is huge and varied, and the various local productions can be very diversified from each other even just by moving a few kilometers within a territory. This is precisely the case of Tuscany and, specifically, of the Londa area, in the province of Florence. It is here that a type of friuit called “Queen of Londa peach” is born, which has certain characteristics that make it unique in its kind. Let’s see in this article its history and the main peculiarities that distinguish it from other peaches grown in Tuscany.

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Raviggiolo del Mugello, the typical soft cheese

raviggiolo cheese from mugello

The Mugello area, in Tuscany, in addition to having a great historical and cultural tradition and being famous today especially for the motor plant that hosts the most important motorcycling and motor racing races, also has a great gastronomic and a long culinary tradition. In Mugello typical foods are produced which are famous not only throughout Italy but also in various areas of Europe and the world. Among these, particular attention should be given to cheeses, specifically soft cheeses. What perhaps most of all represents the soul of this land and the raviggiolo of Mugello. Let’s see its history, its characteristics and how it is produced.

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Bike itineraries in Mugello

There are places in Italy that, if traveled by bicycle, give an incomparable charm; wonderful itineraries immersed in nature and which represent the most popular destinations for the many cyclists who every year, especially in summer, decide to take a ride on our peninsula. In this article we deal with a specific Italian area: Mugello. Tuscany, in fact, has always been one of the richest places in cycling itineraries and in the Mugello area these are not lacking. If you are passionate about cycling and want to visit fantastic places on your bike, read on and discover the three best cycling routes in the Mugello area.

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Archaeological Museum of Upper Mugello

There are many places in Italy where the historical and cultural tradition is preserved and represents a tangible testimony of the presence of human settlements since ancient times. Even Tuscany is not far behind and preserves, in its various places, areas where you can breathe history and where the deeds of men are preserved and […]

The Queen of Londa Peach

Italy has always been a country where the tradition is huge and varied, and the various local productions can be very diversified from each other even just by moving a few kilometers within a territory. This is precisely the case of Tuscany and, specifically, of the Londa area, in the province of Florence. It is […]

Raviggiolo del Mugello, the typical soft cheese

The Mugello area, in Tuscany, in addition to having a great historical and cultural tradition and being famous today especially for the motor plant that hosts the most important motorcycling and motor racing races, also has a great gastronomic and a long culinary tradition. In Mugello typical foods are produced which are famous not only […]

Bike itineraries in Mugello

There are places in Italy that, if traveled by bicycle, give an incomparable charm; wonderful itineraries immersed in nature and which represent the most popular destinations for the many cyclists who every year, especially in summer, decide to take a ride on our peninsula. In this article we deal with a specific Italian area: Mugello. […]

Ideas for Summer Holidays in Tuscany

Tuscany in the summer offers many ideas to meet wonderful holidays. Just like in all other seasons, to be honest. Traditions, events, landscapes and outdoor activities are just some of the attractions of this wonderful land. The countryside, the crystalline waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea, the museums, the woods, the lakes; these are just some […]

The best Tuscan jokes

The irony and humor typical of Tuscans are recognized throughout the country, and perhaps even beyond the borders. Partly due to the characteristics of the typical dialect and partly due to the particular sayings that circulate precisely in the territories of Tuscany. So here is a short collection of Tuscan idioms and jokes that the […]

Activities near Florence

Tuscany is a wonderful region, full of natural attractions and events not to be missed, in every season, for all types of tourism: cultural, food and wine, simple relaxation, sports, ecological. If you have decided to base yourself in Florence and then plan your day-to-day activities, you just have to choose. Naturally, the Tuscan capital […]

Visit Arezzo and its surroundings

Arezzo is a very ancient city, born in the historical periods preceding the settlement of the Etruscans. When the Romans conquered it they already found a strong local identity and used it to transform it into a military and commercial capital. It was the center of the empire’s expansion and since then its importance has […]

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