History & Culture

Every region of Italy is teeming with art and monuments that worth to be seen. Take a look at our articles to find many tips about places of cultural and historical interest nearby the place you are spending your italian holidays.

Category: History & Culture/Italy travel guide

Marvel at the Medici Villas

Posted On 16 April 2013 By Italy Dream Villascomment

Made up of bankers, politicians and even popes, the famous Medici family of Florence were known not only in Tuscany and Italy, but all over the world. They used their power, influence and enormous wealth not only to rule Florence, but also to build a collection of grand and ostentatious villas all over Tuscany. So […]

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Between Tuscany and Umbria: The Paintings of Piero della Francesca

Posted On 25 February 201325 February 2013 By Italy Dream Villascomment

Tuscany is recognised as being the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, what with famous figures such as Dante, Michelangelo and Leonardo Da Vinci all hailing from this region. One of the most admired Tuscan Renaissance artists is Piero della Francesca, who, luckily for us, has left a great trail of his masterpieces dotted around between […]

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From Vampires to Ancient Sculpture: Discover the Magic of Volterra

Posted On 4 February 2013 By Italy Dream Villascomment

The small town of Volterra, located in central Tuscany and about 50km from Florence, is one of the most beautiful walled towns in Tuscany. With a rich and varied past, dating back over 3000 years, the historically and culturally significant Volterra is well worth a visit. If you’re looking to stay in this charming, yet […]