The Multicolored Rificolonas come back and enlighten Florence

A traditional and very ancient event of Florence has come back: the Feast of Rificolona!

The Feast of Rificolona is a traditional Florentine event that takes its origins before the 20th century and also this year it will take place in Florence on 6th and 7th September 2010.

The following events are scheduled:

September, Monday 6th:
Rificolona in Arno river. Parade – Papier mâché allegories on boats enlightened by paper lanterns and prize-giving for the most original rificolona.

September, Tuesday 7th:
From Santa Croce Square to SS. Annunziata Square there will be a (more…)

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Win your Holiday in the Tuscan Countryside with Trivago and Borgo al Cerro!!

Have you already thought about your next holidays?

The delightful medieval town of Casole d’Elsa, located near Siena (Tuscany) hosts a residence called Borgo al Cerro offering several apartments endowed with any kind of comfort and many services dedicated to the guests’ wellness, such as massages, swimming-pools, keep-fit area and much more.

Borgo al Cerro is a wonderful Residence near Siena placed in the middle of the countryside and surrounded by the Tuscan rolling hills. From here, it’s possible to easily reach several famous and interesting Tuscan cities and ancient towns, like Florence, Volterra or San Gimignano.

In addition, this year Borgo al Cerro joins the fabulous initiative promoted by Trivago, Europe’s biggest hotel price comparison, which make you win a free holiday!

Yes, you’ve got it! If you are football experts or just lovers, bet on the outcome of the World Cup matches and you will have the chance to win one of more than 150 hotel vouchers available!

Participating is very very simple. Let me explain you. First of all, you have to (more…)

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Florence celebrates its Patron Saint with the Historical Football and Fireworks

As every year, on June 24th 2010, Florence will celebrate St. John’s Day, the patron saint of the city, with several initiatives and events where all the city of Florence will take part in.

In the morning, an historical procession made up of flag throwers will go from Piazza della Signoria to the baptistery in order to offer the candles to the patron and later on, the Saint Mass will take place with the exposition of the remains of St. John.

In the afternoon, one of the traditional and most beloved Florentine events will wait for you in Piazza Santa Croce, which arouses enthusiasm in all the citizens: Calcio in Costume (Football in Traditional Costumes), also called “Florentine historical football”, a medieval version of football - let’s say just a little bit “bloody”, a sort of fusion among fighting, football and rugby :-).

Teams taking part in the competition are four (Blue, White, Red and Green) and represent the main districts of Florence.

In the end of the day, at 10 pm fantastic fireworks will wait for you from the striking scenery of Piazzale Michelangelo. The best place for watching the fireworks is surely Ponte Santa Trinità bridge, where you will see Ponte Vecchio bridge close-up and the fireworks in the background.

You can’t miss such a fabulous show of lights and colors! Let’s celebrate together the beginning of the summer!

Further information about events in Florence are available on www.aboutflorence.com

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Fashion in Florence: Pitti Immagine Uomo n. 78

From June 15th to 18th 2010, the very expected international men’s fashion event Pitti Immagine Uomo n. 78 will come back at Fortezza da Basso in Florence.

This year, the theme will be Design Watching: the world of fashion that indiscreetly enters the world of design through visual, audio and verbal suggestions selected by buyers, journalists, designers and opinion leaders belonging to the exclusive international class of Pitti People.

As a matter of fact, visitors will have the chance to see on display the newest and most fashionable design objects, between traditional handicraft and contemporary style.

Once again, the set up will be created by Patricia Urquiola who shaped a continuity between internal and external layouts and introduced new areas dedicated to relax end special installations dedicated to food, together with Taste, the exhibition by Pitti Immagine dedicated to the products of high quality Italian gastronomy.

Among the design watchers, we remind you some of the (more…)

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Opening of the New Museo Galileo in Florence: remembering the Great Scientist

Here we go. After 2 years of restoration and radical renovation, the Museo di Storia della Scienza (Institute and Museum of the History of Science)in Florence reopens its doors to the public under a different name: Museo Galileo (Galileo Museum).

Such an event is conceived in order to celebrate the International Astronomy Year (2009), an UNESCO initiative to commemorate the astronomy and science discoveries made by the Pisan scientist. And what’s a better way to pay homage to him than a new and modern Museum?

The Museo Galileo will host more than 1,000 invaluable instruments and experimental apparatuses belonging to Medici and Lorraine families, (more…)

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Moto GP 2010 comes back in Mugello

The countdown has finally began for the Italy Moto GP. It is the moment for the 4th seasonal race and this time the appointment waits for you in Italy, on the fabulous circuit of Barberino del Mugello, in Tuscany, which once again will host thousands visitors and motorbikes lovers.

Italy GP is scheduled from 4th to 6th June 2010, and on Sunday about 80,000 spectators are expected to be there.

This year, the circuit offers its visitors higher security and very liveable spaces by strengthening the organization more and more.

In fact, in particular at the entrance turnstiles, the number of the employees has been increased for the welcoming of the visitors and the tickets check, while the parking has been enlarged and will be able to host until 30,000 cars. In addition, special attention will be given to the outside surveillance in order to avoid people leaving their cars along the street.

And now, let’s talk about numbers. This year, the employees reach about 1,500 people, among which we find 120 employees for the medical care, 400 (more…)

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The Great Arts & Music come back in Florence: Maggio Musicale Fiorentino 2010

The greatest and most expected appointment with music, dance and theatre comes back in Florence with its sweet, bitter, harrowing and trenchant notes.

Emotions come back with several performances starring great artists and titles. In fact, since last April 29th, the 73rd edition of Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, the festival dedicated to the art of music, ballet and opera has come back in Florence. This year, the event brings with it the charming East, in the pursuit of exotic and multi-ethnic themes, from Mozart to contemporary music, with the title “Verso Oriente” (“Toward the East”).

The Maggio Fiorentino playbill schedules great opera (more…)

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The XII Italian ‘Week of Culture’ is upon us!

Italy, world renound for its incredible history and dedication to the arts, is opening the doors of its countless and historically important state operated sites including museums of art and history, monuments, archaeological areas, archives and libraries … for FREE!

For the next ten days (April 16-25th) Italians and foreigners alike will enjoy this unique opportunity to experience the beauty and culture that exists within the walls of its most prestigious and visited locations without having to pay a dime.

Each city has its gems, and here’s a breif description of a few: Click on the citiy names for a more in depth description of the museums, monuments and more!

Florence: City of Renaissance art. He’re you’ll find the incredible Uffizi Gallery with its incredible collection of famous art from the middle ages all the way through the 18th century (featuring two of Botticelli`s greatest works), the Galleria dell’Academia – with Michelangelo’s famous statue of  ‘David’ …

Venice: The city of Venice is basically a museum its self, but it you’re in the area and looking to visit some interesting places, be sure to see the Peggy Guggenheim Museum which is the most important museum of European and American contemporary art in Italy …

Siena:  Looking for museums filled with fine examples of paintings and sculpture from the Romanic, Gothic and Pre-Renaissance periods? Be sure to see Siena’s wide array including the Museo Civico (Civic Museum) where a great selection of incredible frescoes are displayed…

Milan: This city has much more to offer than just fashion! When in Milan you will want to be sure and see the Brera Art Gallery - one of the greatest galleries containing several masterpieces of Italian art from the 14th to the 20th century such as: Raphael’s “Marriage of the Virgin” …

Turin: the fourth largest city in Italy, Tourin, holds within its land some incredible places to visit. Among them you will find the Museum of Contemporary Art, Castello di Rivoli (which has a permanent collection that gathers works of great European and American artists), and yearly exhibitions with prestigious and international artists.

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The Art of Making comes back in Florence: 74th Handicrafts Trade Fair

This spring, Florence will really enchant its visitors. Yes, because the 74th edition of the Handicrafts Trade Fair comes back, a very famous and expected event in the city of craftsmen and artists.

As usual, such an event will be held at Fortezza da Basso in Florence, from April 24th to May 2nd, a perfect occasion for discovering and re-discovering the high quality local handmade products coming from every corner of Italy: furniture, fashion, culinary products which tell something about every Italian region.

ART - International Arts and Crafts Exhibition will come back to make visitors marveling at its original products during the following opening hours: everyday from 10.00 am to 11.00 pm (last day from 10.00 am to 8.00 pm).

As always, the trade fair is made up of 6 main sectors according to the theme: Territori, Scene d’Interni, Il Gusto, Scenari dal Mondo, Scenari di Moda & Preziosi, Visioni. A meeting point between producers and consumers: the art of creation, the art of craftsmen, small and medium firms, interior designers, architects, galleries or shops owners.

You have absolutely to discover such a dimension at Fortezza da Basso in Florence. You won’t regret it!

In addition, it is a perfect chance to visit the city of Florence, with its museums, great monuments, squares and gardens that get more and more beautiful in spring time!

For further information about the Handicrafts Trade Fair 2010 or other events in Florence, please take a look at the website www.aboutflorence.com

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How to Taste a good Tuscan Wine? Wine Tasting and Wine Tours in Florence

Would you like to taste a delicious Tuscan wine?

Tuscan and Florentine wines are renowned all over the world, thanks to the green areas surrounding Florence which have been producing wine for centuries.

Tuscany is one of the most stunning and culturally lively wine region in the world: it is a perfect scenery for discovering new different tastes and smelling the fragrances of red and white Tuscan wines.

Tuscan landscape is made of green rolling hills where ageless villages and ancient towns seem to be untouched by time. Here, in the neighborhood of Florence, it is very easy (more…)

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