On the map is marked: Top Etruscan Coast Pictures - Etruscan Coast joins mysteries of ancient Etruscan with the beauty of its medieval towns and beaches. Not far from the coast, the marvellous Metalliferous Hills offers some amazing views of the Tuscany countryside. Etruscan Coast boasts a great histoty, it has been inhabited since Etruscan Times, much more before the Roman Empire. It’s is located in province of Livorno (Tuscany) stretching from municipality of Cecina to Piombino.
On the map is marked: Populonia Medieval Town - With its wrought-iron balconies full of flowers, the amazing tiny medioeval village of Populonia seems a scene straight out of a medievai history book.
On the map is marked: Populonia Castle or Fortess - The Populonia Castle or Fortress built at the beginning of the 15:th century offers amazing views which stretch across the old historic part of the town to the coastline.
On the map is marked: Populonia Acropolis - Once Populonia was the most important Etruscan city located on the cost. The town had its great growth in 9th century BC. Today the Archeological park of Baratti and Populonia bears witness to the city’s ancient history.
On the map is marked: Baratti Gulf - Famous since the Ancient Estruscan Times, the Baratti Gulf is a marvellous place with good beaches and fresh woods. There’ s a marvellous view of the gulf from the street which lead from Baratti to Populonia.
On the map is marked: Bolgheri - ’’ I cipressi che a Bolgheri alti e schietti van da San Guido in duplice filar quasi in corsa giganti giovinetti mi balzarono incontro e mi guardar... ’’ Giosuč Carducci, the Italian poet which wrote about the marvellous town of Baratti.
On the map is marked: Rimigliano Natural Park - The Rimigliano Natural Park is a protected area near the sea. The park offers both good free beaches and a fresh park with trees where have a peaceful lunch.
On the map is marked: Massa Marittima Cathedral - Located in the Massa Marittima’s main square, the Cathedral or Duomo of St. Cerbone is a 13th century masterpiece.
On the map is marked: Massa Marittima High Town - The High Town of Massa Marittima was built on the top of the hill. There’s a fine view From the top of the medieval walls and towers.
On the map is marked: Massa Marittima Town - Massa Marittima Town with its narrow alleys is a nice place where to wander and to have a romantic dinner.
On the map is marked: Metalliferous Hills - The pittoresque Metalliferous Hills stretching near the Etruscan Coast offers marvellous views of the Tuscany’ s countryside.
On the map is marked: Larderello Geothermal Plant - The geothermal area of Lardarello has been a site for the production of energy from natural steam since 1904. In 1911 was built the world’s first geothermal power plant in the Valle del Diavolo near Lardarello. Today is possible to visit both the plants and the museum Museo della Geotermia in Lardarello Town.
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ETRUSCAN COAST MAP - ITALY