Tuscany
Tuscany is a region in central Italy. It has an area of about 23,000 square kilometres (8,900 square miles) and a population of about 3.8 million inhabitants. The regional capital is Florence.
Tuscany is known for its landscapes, history, artistic legacy, and its influence on high culture. It is regarded as the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance and has been home to many figures influential in the history of art and science, and contains well-known museums such as the Uffizi and the Pitti Palace. Tuscany produces wines, including Chianti, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Morellino di Scansano and Brunello di Montalcino.
Geography[edit | edit source]
Tuscany is a region in central Italy with an area of about 23,000 square kilometres (8,900 square miles). It is bordered by the regions of Liguria to the northwest, Emilia-Romagna to the north, Marche to the northeast, Umbria to the east and Lazio to the southeast. The Apennine Mountains extend into Tuscany, while the Tyrrhenian Sea is to its west.
History[edit | edit source]
Tuscany was home to the Etruscan civilization, and later, the Roman Empire. In the Middle Ages, it saw significant growth in terms of population and economy. It was here that the Italian Renaissance began, leading to a significant cultural and artistic development.
Culture[edit | edit source]
Tuscany has a unique cultural and artistic heritage, expressed in the region's churches, palaces, art galleries, museums, villages and piazzas. Many of these artifacts are found in the main cities, such as Florence and Siena, but also in smaller villages scattered around the region.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Tuscany is based on its industries, including textiles, chemicals, metallurgy, machinery, and food. Traditional local industries include leatherworking, glassmaking, and art. The region also relies heavily on tourism.
Wine[edit | edit source]
Tuscany is famous for its wines, most notably the red Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino, and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, which are primarily made from the Sangiovese grape. White wines are also produced, such as Vernaccia di San Gimignano.
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