Categoria: Livorno

The medieval village of Quercianella

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25 settembre 2009

Of Etruscan origin , built on the sea , is a Town to few kilometres from Livorno . Towards the end of 1800 some Franciscan friars there Built the Convent ; always the same period is the church of St. Anna built by the monks of Montenero.
The village is dominated by Castle Romito , which [...]

The medieval village of Castiglioncello

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25 settembre 2009

Rich in history, it was already a popular destination during Roman Holiday, which the beautiful villas that are located along the coast. In the Middle Ages Conti Pisan Del Porto built a castle, Castiglione Modiglio, from which derives the modern name of Castiglioncello. Through the centuries, the Medici did erect a tower warning that it [...]

Cecina in the middle ages

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25 settembre 2009

The settlements in the area date back to Cecina ‘age Iron : there are many archaeological remains that we witness a Significant activity in this period, during which many industries policies Corsican costellavano the river. The coastal area of Val di Cecina became the crux During the period of maximum development of Etruscan culture (VII [...]

The village of Vada

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25 settembre 2009

City of the sea, is known since antiquity to be a natural harbour and testimony of therefore, the ancient name “Vadum” (berthing, ford). Described by authors such as Pliny and Cicero, became known as a port of Volterra and, subsequently, its inlet was also an excellent refuge for pirates Saracens.
I note the “dry of Vada [...]

Rosignano maritime medieval

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25 settembre 2009

The town Rosignano, which includes many fractions, in addition to the famous industries placed near Solvay, is flourishing of small companies. Another important aspect of this area is the Tourism . The town of
Rosignano includes many of the countries most popular tourist. From the sea to the hill these countries offer different tourist facilities, such [...]