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Author: James Lasdun
Publisher: Penguin Group
Published: 1997
Total Pages: 388
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe authors offer 40 itineraries, from half-day and day walks to routes stretching over several days, which take the reader deep into the beautiful landscape of Italy, through vineyards, olive groves, hill towns and cultural centres.
Author: James Lasdun
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2004-09-28
Total Pages: 420
ISBN-13: 9780141009001
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book, now thoroughly revised and updated, is written to satisfy readers who want to build their holiday around walking, or those who simply want to integrate a bit of walking into their holiday. It begins with a "practicalities" section and extend into the walks themselves. From six or so "base towns," the authors offer routes of one or two hours, half day, and one, three, and five days. There are also some extraordinary walks worth going out of the way for. There are recommendations for restaurants, trattorias and pizzerias, as well as markets and other take-away options. Additionally, the book includes suggestions for lodging, transportation, flora and many other points of interest.
Author: Linda Lanier
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: 2012-06-06
Total Pages: 58
ISBN-13: 9781470094034
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA listing of excellent small trattorias and resturants in Tuscany and Umbria. This listing is based on our eating enjoyment in more than 13 years of travel in the regions.
Author: Michelle Damiani
Publisher: Rialto Press
Published: 2020-08-09
Total Pages: 514
ISBN-13: 8835880866
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA witty and warm-hearted memoir of abandoning fast-paced American days in favor of discovering the Italian secrets of food, community, and life. Moving across the globe meant Michelle Damiani soon found herself untangling Italian customs, delighting in glorious regional cuisine (recipes included), and creating lasting friendships. From grandmothers eager to teach the ancient art of pasta making, to bakers tossing bread into fiery ovens with a song, to butchers extolling the benefits of pork fat, Il Bel Centro is rich with captivating characters and cultural insights. Throw in clinking glasses of Umbrian red with the local communists and a village all-nighter decorating the cobblestone streets with flower petals; as well as embarrassing language minefields and a serious summons to the mayor’s office, and you have all the ingredients for a spellbinding travel tale. Exquisitely observed, Il Bel Centro is an intimate celebration of small town Italy, as well as a thoughtful look at raising a family in a new culture and a fascinating story of finding a home. Ultimately though, this is a story about how travel can change you when you’re ready to let it. With laugh-out-loud situations and wanderlust-inspiring storytelling, Il Bel Centro is a joyous and life-affirming read that will have readers rushing to renew their passports. “This is one of the most beautiful book I’ve ever read.” “I absolutely couldn’t get enough of this book.” “This book made me want to pack my bags.” “I loved, loved this book. Fabulously written, engaging, and entertaining.” “A magical read.”
Author: Gillian Price
Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited
Published: 2019-07-15
Total Pages: 208
ISBN-13: 1783627727
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis guidebook by Italian walking expert Gillian Price describes 40 varied day walks in the region of Umbria, taking in the towns of Assisi, Perugia, Orvieto and Norcia. The walks range from 2.5km to 19km in length, the majority of the routes are circular, and several wonderful traverses have been included, with the return to the start point always possible by public transport. This guidebook also includes lots of practical information about recommended gear and maps to take and tips on local food, wildlife and culture, as well as useful tourist, accommodation and transport information and a brief Italian-English glossary. Set between Rome and Florence, the region is dotted with UNESCO World Heritage towns. The landscape, like that of neighbouring Tuscany, is one of rolling hills and deep woodlands, without the crowds of other well-known holiday regions in Italy. Walks cross flower meadows, wander down river valleys and also climb onto rugged hills and Apennine mountains, visiting Roman and Etruscan ruins as well as myriad ancient villages.
Author: Gillian Price
Publisher: Olive Branch Press
Published: 2000
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781566563444
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis guide offers numerous suggestions for exploratory walks through the picture-postcard landscapes of Tuscany, Umbria and Latium. It features 50 itineraries ranging from brief strolls to a five-day trek, taking in little-known Etruscan marvels such as ancient sunken roads and monumental rock tombs. Maps. Photos.
Author: Gillian Price
Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited
Published: 2023-05-24
Total Pages: 276
ISBN-13: 1783625708
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA guidebook to walks in the Italian region of Tuscany. 43 graded routes range from 2.5 to 18km, and take in the Renaissance splendour of Florence and Siena, the World Heritage scenery of Val d'Orcia and San Gimignano and the stunning island of Elba. Alongside detailed route descriptions and clear mapping there is essential practical information on public transport and food and drink, as well as a comprehensive list of accommodation, and a useful Italian-English glossary. The guide is packed with interesting details about the area's wildlife, landscape, culture and history, making it a perfect companion to getting to know this beautiful region. Tuscany is justifiably renowned for its glorious landscapes. Romantic hilltop villages clinging to rolling hills contrast with dense forests, rugged mountains and long, sandy beaches. This is a region that resonates with history - Etruscan remains, Medici villas, Renaissance towns and landscapes that inspired Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Dante. Add in the climate and superb food and wine and you have a perfect walking destination.
Author: Jan Kubik
Publisher: iUniverse
Published: 2002-04-24
Total Pages: 272
ISBN-13: 0595221254
DOWNLOAD EBOOKNot since Mark Twain invaded Europe in Innocents Abroad has travel been so much fun, as we follow The Clean Plate Club through the daily ritual of morning coffee, frequent gelato, pranzo and cena. Punctuated by visits into museums, churches, and countless stores, in search of the Holy Bargain. Filled with humor, love, and an amazing number of incredibly helpful travel tips-- and more than a few cautionary traveler's misadventures. An irreverent, rollicking-and totally accurate-depiction of travel throughout Italy-loving every moment of it.
Author: Tim Jepson
Publisher: Rough Guides UK
Published: 2012-01-01
Total Pages: 587
ISBN-13: 1405389702
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThenew, full-colourRough Guide to Tuscanyand Umbriais the ultimate travel guide to some of Europe's most popular tourist destinations. Covering the region more comprehensively than any other guide, it's packed with up-to-date and expert information on all the attractions, from the great museums of Florence and Siena to the tiny rural villages, as well as guiding you to the best of the beaches, forests, mountains and vineyard-clad hills. It also gives you the lowdown on the best hotels and restaurants for all budgets, and illuminates the sights with background information on history, folklore, art, architecture and festivals. Dozens of photographs and easy-to-use colour maps complete a guide that has long been established as the best you can buy. Make the most of your time, with The Rough Guide to Tuscany and Umbria.
