Author Archives: Stella Fabiano

Pisa – the Game of the Bridge – June 28, 2020

Posted on January 23, 2020 by Stella Fabiano

On the last Sunday of June, along the splendid flag decked roads which line the Arno (Lungarni), to the roll of drums, the contest known as the Gioco del Ponte takes place. This is a Pisan mini-war in which annually the two … Continue reading →

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Pisa’s New Year’s Day – 25th of March 2020

Posted on January 22, 2020 by Stella Fabiano

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In Pisa, the New Year is celebrated twice – not only on the 1st of January along with the rest of the world, but also on the 25th of March. The Pisans have not forgotten their traditions, and each year they … Continue reading →

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Lucca – Market of antiques and vintage furniture

Posted on January 16, 2020 by Stella Fabiano

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About 230 exhibitors will gather on the third Saturday and Sunday of the month at the antiques market in Lucca, the second oldest in Italy, which features antique furniture, prints, textiles and objects. It is a popular event for fans … Continue reading →

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Pistoia Underground Museum

Posted on January 11, 2020 by Stella Fabiano

The Pistoia Underground Museum (Museo Pistoia Sotterranea) is managed by IRSA (Institute of Historical Archaeological Research of Pistoia). The museum opened in May 2010, has already been visited by thousands of people from worldwide and has various excellences that make … Continue reading →

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Welcome to the Blog of information on events and attractions in and around Pistoia!

Posted on December 27, 2019 by Stella Fabiano

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Dear Friends, you can find here some useful information dedicated above all to the guests of Agriturismo I Pitti in Serravalle Pistoiese, of the Casa Rowe Bed & Breakfast in Pistoia, and of the Cosy Apartment in Florence to allow you … Continue reading →

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Events Caledar 2020

Posted on December 27, 2019 by Stella Fabiano
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PISTOIA – Collodi, Pinocchio Park

Posted on December 12, 2019 by Stella Fabiano

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To reach the Pinocchio Park starting from Agriturismo I Pitti it is necessary to have a car. Starting instead from Casa Rowe B&B or from the Cosy Apartment in Florence it is possible to take the train to Pescia and … Continue reading →

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Pisa: from marshland to a Seafaring Republic

Posted on November 25, 2019 by Stella Fabiano

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One of the most popular destinations in Tuscany is the city of Pisa which can be reached from the Agriturismo I Pitti by car in about 50 minutes. Instead, from the Casa Rowe Bed & Breakfast and the Cosy Apartment … Continue reading →

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PRATO – a small unknown jewel of Tuscany

Posted on November 22, 2019 by Stella Fabiano

Prato is located between Pistoia and Florence, at approx. 20 minutes car drive from the Agriturismo I Pitti. It can easily be reached by car by the guests of Casa Rowe B&B, but the advice I can give is to … Continue reading →

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Designer Outlet Barberino del Mugello

Posted on July 14, 2016 by Stella Fabiano

At appox. 40 minutes car drive from the Agriturismo I Pitti, on the highway A1 to Bologna, there ist the Barberino Designer Outlet. Constructed as if it was a renaissance town around the Sieve river, with more than 100 designer … Continue reading →

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Pistoia, Capital of Culture 2017

Posted on April 12, 2016 by Stella Fabiano

Pistoia extends on a plain surrounded by the peaks of the Pistoiese mountains and the soft hills of the Valdinievole and Montalbano. Established in the 2nd century B.C. to support the Roman troops fighting against the Ligurian, Pistoia was promoted … Continue reading →

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WEEKLY OPEN AIR MARKETS

Posted on January 29, 2016 by Stella Fabiano

Pistoia: Piazza Duomo and streets around from 8 am to 1 pm Lucca: Via dei Bacchettoni, Piazza Varanini e Via Iacopo della Quercia from 8 am to 1 pm Montecatini Terme: Area around the stadium from 8 am to 1 … Continue reading →

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Is Massa Marittima on the sea or not?

Posted on April 17, 2015 by Stella Fabiano

This is certainly the first question that people ask when they come across the name of this town for the first time. How many visitors have asked themselves if Massa Marittima is on the sea or not! We will immediately … Continue reading →

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Pistoia Underground Museum

Posted on March 19, 2015 by Stella Fabiano

The Pistoia Underground Museum (Museo Pistoia Sotterranea) is managed by IRSA (Institute of Historical Archaeological Researchof Pistoia). The museum opened in May 2010, has already been visited by thousands of people from worldwide and has various excellences that make it … Continue reading →

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Volterra and its “Balze”

Posted on April 27, 2014 by Stella Fabiano

A visit to Volterra should not only be for the city itself, but also for the area that surrounds it. It’s called the “Balze” of Volterra because of the “terrace” effect and appearance that resembles many other towns in the … Continue reading →

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