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Port Saint Stefano

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Port S. Stefano, situated in the northern part of the Argentario Mount, turns out to be the greater center of this cape. Because of its optimal geographic position sure was attended already from the antichi people who were annoying in the Mediterranean. Only the Roman however has left traces tangible of their remote presences and in their papers they indicated Port S. several Stefano with names, which Portus Traianus, Portus to Cetarias or Portus Incitaria. Under the senese domination that goes from the beginnings of the XV sec. to the half of the XVI to Port S. Stefano it marks it only a landing place of insignificant importance and subject to frequent piratesche incursions. To this period they go back the constructions of the Argentiera tower in 1442 and some coastal towers. The development of the center only began around to 1550 under Spanish Governor Nunez Orejon de Avila, and continued of equal step with the creation of the state of the Garrisons and the construction of the Spanish fortress (beginning of the XVII sec.) mail to control of the port. 9 May of the 1646 Port S. Stefano was conquered from the French in order then to return under the Spanish domination in the July of the same year, in 1707 with to all the state of the garrisons was conquered from the Austrians, in 1737 was of the Borboni and in this period the first demographic development was recorded deriving from the appropriation in the place of many coming from families from the Neapolitan, the island of Elba, and the Liguria.

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admin — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 13:45:39 +0000

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Riparbella medieval

admin — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 13:09:07 +0000

The territory of Riparbella became autonomous community in 1755 and 1892 has suffered a decline in the territory. The country went through donations from laity and clergy to the jurisdiction of the Archbishop of Pisa. The territory has never been heavily populated because of the unhealthy climate, and so the farming has never taken a strong momentum. The population has had a decided in eight hundred only increase, rising from 682 to 2,518.

The medieval village of Quercianella

admin — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 12:55:27 +0000

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 in ancient times was Part of the tower warning Medici. Today, the castle is restored Owned by the family of Sidney Sonnino, foreign minister, buried in the cave “Romito.” The name of the place, Romito, is that the monks of Montenero Were in retreat in these caves, which were their Romitori. A suggestive way leading to the castle, while a staircase Carved in the rock leading up to romantic coves .
The town Quercianella is immersed in a nature still luxuriant Quiet .
His coast is a destination for tourists seeking relax and Mild climate .
Moreover seaside resorts offer entertainment and watersports of various kinds.

The medieval village of Castiglioncello

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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 is still open. The importance of Castiglioncello increased in the middle of 800 when a well-known critic there had erected his residence today called Castle Pasquini, and hosted many of the most famous painters of the movement called “Macchiaioli”. Factors, Sernes and others gave their lives in that the famous “School of Castiglioncello. Not Castle Pasquini hosts many of the most important events in the area, also is the home of the Festival of Dance and the Literary Award Castiglioncello Coast of the Etruscans. We recall also that the village was also famous by artists like Gassman, Mastroianni, Deaf and others who stayed there; movie set was also even of the famous film “overtaking” with Vittorio Gassman. The beach Castiglioncello is one of the most renowned of the Tyrrhenian coast, known throughout Italy and abroad for the natural beauty and quality of services it offers. Far from major roads communication Castiglioncello remained unknown and untouched until modern times.

Cecina in the middle ages

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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 fifth century BC), when organized community settled here and prospered thanks to trade with Cyprus, Phoenicia, Egypt and Greece. A witness of this today are different sites Death located in the municipalities of Cecina, Casale Marittimo, Montescudaio and Bibbona.
Of particular interest is the villa of Cinquantina , whose structure has become headquarters of the Roman Etruscan Museum . In the’60s develops on the international tourism coastline : In this period built modern hotels are equipped with every comfort, Restaurants where you can taste the specialities of the marine area Bathing facilities and camps that enrich the local economy.
Along the Coast of the Etruscans, the famous pinewood owned Cecina , Built by the Grand Duke Leopold of Tuscany to defend crops Behind saltness, extends for 15 km creating an evocative Landscape.

The village of Vada

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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 ” which caused the loss of many ships Roman, who left here some of the most important of Trade in greek-Roman world . Many artefacts as amphorae , terracotta vases and marbles worked you can still find on Low depths.
The place is also known for landing Giuseppe Garibaldi in 1867, after his imprisonment in Caprera. The oldest monument of the city is the tower of Go, built by Pisa around 1400, which was used as a beacon and today is the venue of laboratory education.
Long Beach Free (5 km) offers many entertainment ranging from fishing to Serf, followed by schools sailing, skating, tennis courts and beach volleyball. The zone area stretches from Rada of Saraceno , as was called Coast of the Etruscans , the pine forests of Pietrabianca and the residential area Molino Fire to Mazzanta.
In this beach 1998/1999/2000, along with Castiglioncello, had attributing blue flag.

Rosignano maritime medieval

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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 as hotels,
Residences, farms, camping and many other solutions.
The areas under the town of Rosignano offer entertainment such as
watersports in the area and Vada Quercianella, visiting museums
Castiglioncello and many others.
The structure of the country Rosignano was built recently, while the village within the coast, Rosignano maritime has a much older history.
It is thought that the name Rosignano is due to the family “genes Rasinia”
owned these lands. Although the country has been assigned the epithet of
“Maritime”, is located inland to a height of 123 m. He became Rosignano
Maritime when in 1862 there was the need to distinguish this country from
Rosignano Monferrato located in the province of Alexandria.
The first written documents that speak to us of Rosignano Maritime date back to 762 D.C.. From domination Lombard change to Marchesato Tuscan, the following centuries saw the first under the city of Pisa then, in 1400,
Florence under . During this period there was the famous rebellion in which passed for a short time under Milan . After centuries of disputes that country decided his assignment to the town of Livorno .
The medieval castle typically was the protagonist of many sieges and
Disputes, because of its strategic position both in the commercial
Military. Vide new fortifications during the second half of 1500, under the
Doctors domination. Today you can see the two towers limestone
From the period Medici, located west and the other in the east. The latter
Intended to prison castle, still characters typical of the XVIII
Century. The west tower is used as a terrace of farm archbishopric. Most of the structures of the castle are the property communal: some of these are the Palazzo dei Bombardieri , Podesta , Church of SS. Ilario Giovanni Battista and farm Arcivescovile , which will soon be renovated to accommodate the New Municipal headquarters.
Hall Bombardieri houses in its salt, Museum archaeological devoted to testimonials Etruscan-Roman in this territory.

Piombino medieval

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Piombino, placed on Promontory Homonym mining town of Etruscan origin , has always developed a deep Interchange relationship with the sea, the report shows that the visiting area Urban beyond the modern city. From ‘ ancient village , Overlooking one of the most picturesque sea views of the Tyrrhenian Sea, you can Admire the blue waters of the channel below. Interesting for a visitor Who loves to walk outside the typical tourist routes are: Piazza Bovio , situated in the old part of town, opposite Elba island, which is one of the balconies overlooking the sea and most spectacular Ideal for romantic walks, the Torrione , in the heart of the Historian; the Palazzo Comunale Rivellino , imposing building Military built in 1447, the port Medici.
The ancient port of Crag , which has been reported as from the fifth century, is today an important Commercial port and tourist islands connected to the main Park The Tuscan Archipelago. The agricultural production and Gastronomy place are intimately linked to the nature of places: Local dishes are simple and genuine and are based on the land and Of the sea. The recipes are traditional peasant cuisine: Soups and soups enhanced by the aromas of fields and forests, fruit and Vegetables cultivated second methodologies natural fish that comes from the waters Clean Tuscan archipelago.
wine production Has achieved in recent years quality levels since has been granted Recently mark DOC Wines of Val di Cornia.