| From Locanda L'Elisa it is easy to reach and visit the historical, natural and artistic patrimony of Tuscany: Lucca and Pisa, with their unmatchable architectural treasures dating from Medieval and Renaissance periods are only few minutes away. Florence can be reached in 30 minutes. But guests should not miss a few special itineraries: the villas and country churches of the hils around Lucca: Barga, Bagrli di tucca and the green Garfagnana Mountains in the footsteps of past travellers, the marble of Michelangelo in the quarries of the Versilia. Within one day comfortable excursions can be made: to Siena, Volterra, Arezzo, the Chianti, the Valdelsa, the Valdamo ourguesr can enjoy the treasures of such small and precious towns. as S. Miniato, S. Gimignano and Certaldo, the very heart of genuine Tuscan landscape, art and gastronomy. |