So, after reading a thousand and one review, revising the lot of photos, you decided to go to Tuscan. Where to look for free beaches? What to do in the evening and where to go for a walk? It is about this that we will talk.

An impatient holidaymakers begin to swim and sunbathe in Tuscany in early May, and finish only at the end of September. During this period, the water temperature in the Tyrrhenian Sea is ideal for swimming (26-28 ° C) than and explained by the influx of tourists.

What you need to know about Tuscan beaches?

In the season, Tuscany beaches are expensive. Since October, the price of the entrance is significantly reduced. By paying for entry you get sun beds, an umbrella from the sun, access to the shower cabin and a cabin for dressing up. On many beaches for hot water in the shower will have to pay extra, dachshunds - 1 EUR per minute. So think, maybe hardening - is it not so bad?

The International Foundation for Environmental Education awarded 16 Tuscan beaches with blue flags. This sign is for the beaches something like Oscar. "Blue Quality Checkbox" They give for transparent water, clean sand, comfortable pier and good tourist service. This awards are awarded beaches. San Vincenzo, Forte-dei Marmi, Cecina, Rosignano, Camaiore And a few more.

Exquisite versilia: everything is fine, but weekly

Tuscan Riviera (Versilia) is a place where the strengths of this world rest. Lido-Di-Camaior, Forte-Dei Marmi, Marina di Pietrasanta, Viareggio - Luxury beaches that require luxurious costs. But all expenses are quite substantiated.

The best beaches of Tuscany (and the territory adjacent to them;)) give to its guests clean sand, the perfect service and mass of entertainment:

• elite yacht club in Punta Alla;

• diving;
• water skiing;
• flights on Deltaplane;
• surfing;
• scooters;
• night clubs;
• galleries;
• walking through a pine forest;

• golf course;
• bicycle paths;
• tennis courts;
• horseback riding.

Viareggio - The largest Tuscan resort city on the coast of Versilia. It is surrounded by pine forests, so the weekly rest here can be equated by the month in the sanatorium.

About local stores and boutiques Reviews are diametrically opposed. Someone is enthusiastic from the Italian designers, and someone marks only 2-3 good stores. In general, if you are advised to be purchased in one of Viareggio outlet, demand the exact address of the store, so reliable.

But the prices here are aggressive: Even for 35 EUR per day, you can not find places on the shore. But the nearby hotel provides its guests discounts: a day on the beach - 18 EUR (the price includes an umbrella and 2 lounge chairs).

IN Forte-dei Marmi It is better to call on Wednesday or Sunday. Then you will be pleased with not only the amazing vegetation and the sandy beach, but also an excellent market. From 8.00 to 14.00, you can buy homemade cheeses and wines, souvenirs and ... Italian high quality clothes! On weekends there is also an antique market.

When you get bored to splash in the sea, you can spend a couple of hours on the local review museum of caricature and satire. Open-air theater, marble Warehouse, Villa Puccini- Do not be a beach one, as they say.

Olga (27 years old, Kiev):

"Considering pictures on the Internet, we decided to call in Viareggio for the day. They were afraid that the beach would be too expensive, but we were lucky: the entrance cost only 3 EUR. If you take a place with an umbrella - then 10, but we decided to save and sunbathe .. At the entrance they gave the key from the booth, where you can leave valuable things, change clothes. To the fact that there are various souvenirs on the beaches, we are somehow accustomed. I did not hold here: I bought a couple of bracelets. But to make a massage directly on the shore ... Tuscany can surprise! ".

Lily (41 years old, Novosibirsk):

"We went with two children, chose the beach on the coast of Viareggio. Immediately bought a subscription for the rest of the rest. It is very profitable: if you pay for the entrance every day, it will make an order of magnitude more expensive. Finally, I was calm for the children: the occasion in the sea is very long, on the water you can literally walk. More than 500 meters water level remains "on the belt". The only minus is an animation often only in Italian. Our offspring and English is not very, so they stayed aside all the time. "

Elba Island: on the ferry in "Little Sardinia"!

On this island more than 130 beaches! Family couples with children are suitable beaches La Bjodola, Fetovaya and Laconbecause There is a smooth descent, there are rides. For divers Elba - generally a real landmark, because such underwater "gardens" are really rare.

Where to go to Tuscany?

Dam couples seaside town Orbeello With mainland. The beaches here are average quality, shore and bottom of pebbles. But the Laguna itself is a protected area, because not only tourists, but also migratory birds love to relax here. There are many shops in Orbetello, a tasty kitchen, a majestic cathedral and a single stone mill on the water - everything you need to feel the full-fledged traveler after a week spent on the beaches.

At the train can be reached before Rosignano. This is the only one in Europe, the so-called "White Beach". Sand here is white, like on the caribbean. It became such, thanks to the work of the plant for the production of soda. The plant exists here for many years and does not cause ecology to any damage.

No less than glory use. Here you will find the purest golden sand, comfortable lounge chairs and umbrellas from the sun. Most beaches in Rimini paid, but are much cheaper than in Tuscany. In addition, there are many outlets and shops, where you can buy delusional things with a discount.

Not so long ago, a small resort town appeared on the bank of the Adriatic Sea - Lido Di Jesolo. This come here to relax from the metropolis, soak up the sun and swim in the warmth of the sea. Read more about Lido di Jesolo beaches read.

Budget beach holidays in Tuscany: Where to look for it?

Free beaches in Italy are less common than good roads in Russia. Although sometimes free areas come across paid beaches. Some tourists solve the problem even easier: they are arranged on stones nearby.

And the smartest googled in advance, they found this review, made a note on Google maps and now rest without unnecessary costs. Because below is a list of beaches, for the entrance to which you do not need to pay.

List of free beaches Tuscany:

La Spiaggia Della Lecciona

This beach was attached between Viareggio and Torre del Lago. Pine Park, Sand, Sea - and the entire list of available entertainment.

On 10 km south of the city of Falconnik there is a small beach of Cala Violina with quartz sand.

Buca delle Fate.

It's hard to get to this beach, the card will definitely not hurt. The car will have to be thrown on the road at which you drove out of half a 6th. Further - walking through the forest. But the purest water and an amazing view of the ELB island are worth it.

Beaches Barcola.

A number of beaches, where everyone will find their place. Young parents will choose a safe plot with small pebbles, middle-aged people will hurry to the beach at a pine forest, teenagers will drag the "ancestors" on the poplarium.

Free beaches south of the resort Marina di Cecina

The scheme is the same: the car is thrown on the road and vigorously stepping through the forest.

Are you planning to rest in Tuscany? First you need to choose the beach!

Are you thinking to bitch on the Tuscan Riviera? Keep in mind, for Versilia 15 rows tightly equipped chairs - this is the norm. There are no free beaches here, hotels with private beaches are units. The bottom is sandy and shallow.

Southern Tuscany is simply created for an unassuming family holiday. On the beaches Livorno, Pisa, Grosseto Comfortable entrances for children, clean sea and low prices. Most hotels have their own beaches, there are publicly available sections of the coast nearby. Absolute leader here - San Vincenzo. Here you can not only swim and lie on the sand, but also to spend your leisure culture (no matter how threatening it). Evening walks along the main street or pine grove, concerts of stars, regular entertainment events, sports platforms - full set!

Do you want to relax with soul and body? Sat the ass and zone neckline in the sun. Nudist beach Santa Maria. Near Forte-dei Marmi waiting for you.

Do you prefer wild territories? Keep a course on the beach. His sandy shores is washes the cleanest water in Italy. From the outside world, this corner is fencing beautiful rocks and old pines. Once upon a time it was produced in salt. Sinces, the medieval fortress has been preserved here. Great place for those who want to get unusual photos from Tuscany.

Maxim (34 years old, Dubna):

"Livorno chose, based on the price / quality ratio. It's not as expensive here, as in Versilia, but the whole infrastructure is at the level: there is where to go, where to stay, eat, etc. The beaches were clean and well-groomed, rental prices are also acceptable: for two sun beds and an umbrella 16-25 EUR, depending on the comfort of the beach and the location of these the most sun beds. For a couple of days, we spent on thermal centers - the procedures are perfectly leading in tone. "

Alexander (39 years old, Rostov-on-Don):

"Rest with his wife and son in Castiglion della Pescaya. Two paid beaches on the shore, everything else is free, come and lie, no one will tell. For 3-free kilometers, everyone let them compactly, but are placed. True, towels, the umbrella from the Sun and other attributes should be dragged every time. "

Valentine (31 years old, St. Petersburg):

"During the holidays on the Tuscan Riviera, you can look at the nudist beach, go to a couple of excursions, arrange a" romantic "in a secluded bay. For another office, the impressions are enough with your head. "

And in a year you can visit Tuscan another time. Anyway, inspecting all the beaches in one trip, no one was able to anyone.

Rest with taste. And do not forget the towels!

Tina Krіnichenko

Sandy beaches of resort Checchin Mare (Marina di Chechchina) are located in the Italian province of Livorno (Tuscany region). Most of the beaches here are paid, free are a bit south and stretch along the pine boron.

The first beach in Cecina Mare was opened back in 1984. Now there are a lot of them here. Both paid and free beaches are very comfortable, located in scenic places, especially those that lie at the pine forest protecting the coast from the sea winds. Almost all beaches are long and wide, paid fully equipped.

This place is considered one of the best for family holidays, tourists love to go here to picnics in a pine forest, located very close to the sea.

Coordinates: 43.30368700,10.48441700

Castiloncello Beaches and Wada di Rosignano Marittimo

Castiloncello Beaches and Wadi Di Rosignano Maritimo every year receive an international award "Blue Flag" for purity. The beaches are not sandy here, but stony, but always perfectly clean and well-equipped. They are popular both among tourists and local people.

Along the beaches pass pedestrian embankments, where many shops and small restaurants with traditional cuisine. The rocky area is very picturesque, right from the beach you can admire the rocks. Also here is a very clean sea. Due to the stony shore, these beaches are not too suitable for recreation with very young children, and here you must need special shoes.

Coordinates: 43.40200400,10.41000600

Beach Marina di Pisa

Marina di Pisa Beach is located 11 kilometers from the city center. Here you can quickly get along the road to Vial D'Inunzio, which is held on the left bank of the Arno River.

The beach is divided into two parts: in one can be quiet, calmly spend rest with children, and in the second part there is no modern life even at night. Modern discos, bars, restaurants will help having fun.

The southern part of the beach is well equipped and has everything necessary for a comfortable stay. Along Arno there are numerous moorings for mooring of private motor and sailing boats and their maintenance centers.

Coordinates: 43.67631500,10.27118700

Beach Marina di Bibbon

Marina Di Bibbon Beach is located in a picturesque bay between Livorno and Pjombino and is ideal for a relaxing holiday on Nature.

The beach was awarded the Blue Flag, which indicates the excellent quality of the coastal territory. A wide sandy beach is surrounded by pine groves. Picturesque views of the surrounding area generate a feeling of calm and serenity.

Water sports activities are organized on the beach, there are tennis courts and a mini-golf course. Among the many restaurants, cafes and bars you will find exactly your place in which you want to return again and again.

For lovers to dance near the beach there are two discos.

Coordinates: 43.24238900,10.52531900

Antinyano beach

Antineano Beach Coast Coast - Rocky, with Rocks. However, this does not prevent a great day at sea. It is enough to bring with you rubber shoes for swimming (you can often buy on the beach) and find a suitable stone on which you can sit down and sunbathe.

The beach, however, is not suitable for those who appreciate the sandy shore, loves to swim and do water sports. The main attraction of Antinyano Kookernella is exactly a rocky landscape.

The beach is equipped with a promenade (pedestrian embankment along the sea) with bars, restaurants and shops in which any beach accessories can be purchased. In bars and restaurants you can have a snack or fully dine.

Coordinates: 43.49870600,10.32110600

Livorno is a fabulous Italian city, known for its wonderful golden beaches, a mild climate, magnificent nature and unique architectural monuments. Channels, vintage embossed bridges, narrow cozy streets, fortresses, churches and sculptures - all this is silent with a long-time medieval.

What to see in Livorno alone?

Dypsum and main attractions: photo with descriptions in Russian.

Castello Del Bokcalk

On the seaside in one of the southern neighborhoods of the city there is Castello Del Bokcalk Castle (on Ital. Castello del Boccale). He received its name from the coast, which the locals are called Bokkal, which is translated as a "pitcher."

In the 16th century, there was an observation tower here, soldiers and a caretaker lived in it. It was built on the ruins of an ancient structure. When the tower has passed into the ownership of the Marquise Eleanor of Ugolini in the 19th century, it was made part of a big residence.

The building is elevated in a medieval style and has a rectangular shape, three round towers surround it in the corners. The facade of the residence, facing the sea, smoothly goes into an observational tower. After a big restoration at the end of the 20th century, the building was turned into residential premises.

• Address: Strada Statale 1 Aurelia, Livorno, Italy

Temple Montertero.

On Mount Monte Negro is a religious complex, which is the place of pilgrimage of many Christians. The Montuerio Temple (on Ital. Santuario Di Montenero), which is consecrated in honor of the patroness of the region of the Most Holy Virgin Mary of Figure, was erected in 1380.

According to legends, the local shepherd accidentally found the miraculous image of Our Lady and took it to the mountain. At that time, Monte Negro was considered to be a face of gangsters, robbers and thieves, so this dark place was trying to bypass the party. After the spread of the wonderful find, it was decided to build a basil on the mountain.

In the 18th century, the temple came into decline and was partially destroyed. Over time, he managed to restore and now there is a large gallery with old objects. Behind the temple there are caves that are knocked out right in the mountain. Once they served as a shelter for bandits, and now after strengthening their archs, they are available for inspection.

• Address: Piazza di Monternelo 9, Livorno, Italy
• Mode of operation: Mon - Sat 6:30 - 12:30, 14:30 - 18:00; Sun 6:30 - 13:00, 14:30 - 19:00

Church of Our Lady.

One of the most interesting buildings Livorno is the Church of Our Lady (on Ital. Chiesa Della Madonna). It was erected in 1607-1611 by the architect Alessandro Pieroni project. In 1645, a bell tower of 27 meters high was attached to the main building. In the mid-20th century, the building suffered a lot in the bombing of the city. It was completely renovated, and the facade was covered with marble tiles of light color.

The church is built in the Baroque style, it is decorated with unusual windows on the second floor. The internal space is represented by one non-neutral, parties are located 6 lateral altars, which are dated 17 centuries. Each of them has its own characteristics - wooden and marble sculptures, artists or frescoes. Above the main altar, you can see the picture with the image of the Apostle John the Theologian of the painter Francesco Curry.

Castle Castello Sonnino

On a high cliff, which is located near Livorno, is Castello Sonnino Castle (at Ital. Castello Sonnino). He was named after the first owner of Baron Sydney Sonnino, on the orders of which in the 19th century the castle was built. The residence was erected from the square medieval fortress Torre San Salvatore 16th century, which was expanded and rebuilt.

The castle is made in a medieval style, its facade is crowned with teeth, which makes the building more impressive. The main decoration of the interior is carved wooden doors with inlay in the style of neootics. In 1922, at the request of Baron, he was buried in one of the grottoes. Not far from the castle is the chapel of 1895 buildings. Currently, the residence is in private property, so it opens to visits extremely rarely.

• Address: Via Del Littorale, Livorno, Italy

Armenian Church of Grigory Enlightener

On the urban street, named after the Mother of God, the Armenian Church of Gregory Annovant (on Ital. Chiesa Armena di San Gregorio Illuminatore or Chiesa Degli Armeni). She was erected at the beginning of the 18th century on the donations of Armenian merchants who moved to the territory of Livorno to establish trade with local residents.

The facade of the building is made in the style of classicism, it is decorated with four columns forming the arch, and statues over the main entrance. The interior decoration is represented by the sculptures of the 19th century and the artist's cloth Alessandro Gerardini, which shows the audience of the Virgin. Not far from the building is a cemetery, but from the middle of the 20th century it is abandoned. Currently, the church is the cultural center of the city.

• Address: Via Della Madonna, Livorno, Italy

Buildings Cisternony

One of the most interesting structures of Livorno are the three buildings of Cisternicon (on Ital. Cisternone). They are part of the water purification system and the aqueduct tanks. It is the covers, the entire city and a large port are supplied with fresh water. Translated from Italian, their name is translated as "huge tank", which displays their main function. Cextanoni buildings were built in the 19th century on the project Pasqual of Honor.

Their facade is made in a neoclassical architectural style. The largest reservoir is La Gran Canship, which was erected in 1829 and has a very unusual appearance. His main feature - Unusual dome, which reminds Roman Pantheon.

In 1845, they built a second cistern of a smaller selection of Custerino di drunk di company. It is characterized by a massive portico on a symmetrical facade. After 3 years, Ceister Di Chitta was erected, which is decorated with a large loggia with columns and narrow windows. From the mid-20th century there is a cultural center in it.

• Address: Piazza Del Cisternone, Livorno, Italy

Dutch church

Between the two city squares of Piazza della Rebublite and Piazza Cavur is a unique building - the Dutch Church (on Ital. Chiesa Della Congregazione Olandese Alemanna). She was erected in 1862-1864 on the project Dario Djacomelle.

The construction of the church began due to the large number of parishioners of the Dutch-German Congregation, which appeared on the territory of Italy in the 17th century. The facade of the building is made in a neo-neutic architectural style, it is decorated with three window-outlets. Over the main entrance there are fitted arches and windows with stained glass windows.

After 1960, the Congregation ceased to exist, and the church gradually declined. Now the inner premises of the building are in a deplorable state. The visits to the church are prohibited for security reasons, but its appearance still keeps the features of the former beauty.

• Address: Tra Piazza Cavour E Piazza DELLA REPUBBLICA, Livorno, Italy

Mausoleum Chano.

On the outskirts of Livorno is the Mausoleum of Chano (on Ital. Mausoleo Di Ciano). He was erected in 1939 as a crypt for the family Kostanzo Chano, who at the time led the fascist party. According to the project, Gaetano Rapizardi Mausoleum was supposed to be a colossal structure consisting of a huge base, which is crowned with a 12-meter marble sculpture of Chano and a 50-meter lighthouse.

To fulfill the grand construction, the sculptor Arturo Datszi was appointed. A year later, a beacon was erected, which, according to the author of the project, should reflect the Immortal Spirit of Kostanzo, but after a while he was blown up. Only the tower remained from the building, the height of which was about 17 meters. Sculpture was never installed on the basis, although it was almost over. Currently, the mausoleum fell into decay. Interior premises are in a deplorable state, only small fragments remained from the stairs and mines of the elevator.

• Address: Localit Monteburone, Livorno, Italy

Aquarium diachinto Chestoni

One of the most exciting places of the city is the Aquarium of Diachinto Czestoni (to Ital. L'Acquario Comunale Diacinto Cestoni). It is named after the famous researcher of the 17th century. The building was built in the early 19th century to accommodate the center of heliotherapy. After the reconstruction of 1937, it was rebuilt to create aquarium. During the bombing of the city, the building was completely destroyed, he was restored only in 1950. At the beginning of the 21st century, the aquarium global restoration was carried out, it was divided into several separate buildings.

The main hull is located in the heart of the complex. It is made in the form of a rectangle, on the one hand there is a building in the form of a semicircle, and on the other - in the form of a cube. The aquarium has an area of \u200b\u200babout 3 thousand square meters. It consists of 65 pools in which 1200 different species of fish and animals live.

• Address: Piazzale Pietro Mascagni 1, Livorno, Italy
• Mode of operation: Mon - Sun 10: 00-18: 00 (April - June), Mon - Sun 10: 00-19: 30 (July - August), Sat - Sun 10: 00-18: 00 (September - March)
• The cost of the entrance ticket: 14 euros

Greek Church of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin

The most beautiful religious building in Livorno is the Greek Church of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary (on Ital. Chiesa Della Santissima Annunziata or Chiesa Dei Greci Uniti). She was erected at the beginning of the 17th century by the Greek community. The first Greeks worked on ships belonging to Kozimo Medici and his descendants. In the 16th century, they settled in the city and created their community.

The facade of the building is made of marble of a bright shade in the baroque style. It decorates a variety of decorative elements - columns, two sculptures symbolizing innocence and meekness, triangular frontoth and others. Interior premises consist of one rectangular nef. Wooden ceiling decorates magnificent stucco and gilding. The altar is attracted special attention, which was made in 1610 by the Greek sculptor Antimos Kolas.

• Address: Via Della Madonna | Incrocio - Via Delle Galere, Livorno, Italy

Palazzo Hyudzhen

In the heart of one of the neighborhoods of the city called New Venice, Palazzo Huyjenz is located (on Ital. Palazzo Huigens). It was erected in 1705 as a residence for the local Aristocrat Antonio Hewiz. The building is located on one of the main streets of Via Borra.

Palazzo consists of 4 floors and has a rectangle shape. Its facade is made in the architectural style of Baroque and decorated with elegant cornices, and the main entrance is a balcony. The inner courtyard of the building decorates magnificent decorative elements from stucco.

For its history, Palazzo has changed its owners who rebuilt the inner interior. During the Second World War, it suffered severely in bombing, but over time it was renovated. Now there are residential apartments in Palazzo.

• Address: Via Borra, Livorno, Italy

Church of San Martino

One of the oldest buildings of the city is the Church of San Martino (on Ital. Chiesa di San Martino). It was founded in the 11th century on the site of a dilapidated medieval temple. In the middle of the 17th century, the church was significantly expanded and rebuilt. As a result of the reconstruction, she almost lost its original look.

In the 18th century, the priest's house was built near the church, and some time the archive building of the Order of Santissimo Sacramento. The church has become a whole religious complex consisting of several premises. Next to him is the city cemetery. Outstanding residents of Livorno are buried on it, among which the famous sculptor Paolo Emilio Demi.

The main feature of the church is apse, which has been preserved from the medieval temple and harmoniously embedded in the current building. The facade of the church is made in the Romanesque architectural style, and the interior of the baroque style. For the altar there is a picture of the 17th century, on which the Mother of God is depicted with a baby.

• Address: Livorno, Italy

Villa Letitia

On the outskirts of the city district, Ardense is located Villa Letizia (on Ital. Villa Letizia) or Villa is understood. It was built in the 19th century for the sons of Prince Svyatoslav understood. But after some time it was sold to another owner. The building has changed its owners several times, and as a result of redevelopment and rearrangements, his appearance has changed much.

At the end of the 19th century, an octagonal tower was added to the villa, and the premises from the northern side were redone in the racetrack, which was later named after Federico Caprilli. In the 20th century, the building came into decline, and the premises were in a very poor condition. Only decades later, he was renovated and turned first in the summer cottage, and then placed the Leonardo da Vinci school here.

The building has a form of a rectangle, and its facade is made in a Tuscan style and decorated with a ladder and belvedere. Now the villa is drowning in thick vegetation and is surrounded by an iron grille.

• Address: Livorno, Italy

Villa Mimbelli

On Via San Yakopo, Villa Mimbelli is located on Via San Jacopo (at Ital. Villa Mimbelli). She was erected in 1865-1875 under the leadership of the architect Vincenzo Mikleti. The building was built for the family of a rich aristocrat Francesco Mimelli. The villa is surrounded by a magnificent garden, which was broken in 1871.

In the 20th century, the building suffered a lot during the bombing of the city and was in the launch for some time. In the 90s, the villa was completely renovated and open to visits. The residence has a very unusual facade, which stands out against the background of other buildings. It is decorated with decorative elements and maskerones. Before the main entrance, the villa is a large cast-iron canopy, under which a whole crew could be placed before.

The rear wall of the building decorates the staircase with sculptures of ceramic cupid. Interior facilities are covered with stucco and frescoes of Annibal Gatti. Currently, the Villa's premises are the Museum of Giovanni Fattori.

Church of St. Ferdinando

On Anita Garibaldi Square is the Church of St. Ferdinando (on Ital. Chiesa di San Ferdinando). She was erected in 1707-1716 on the project of the architect Giovanni Battist Fodzhini.

The facade of the building is made without a certain style, there is not a single decorative element on it. Interior decoration strikes with its diversity and magnificent sculptures. The interior perfectly passes the Baroque style thanks to a large number of stucco parts. At the chief altar of the church, there are statues from the white marble work of the sculptor Giovanni Baratte, who transmit the moment of the release of slaves.

In addition, the chapel is decorated with bas-reliefs, paintings and niches with pilasters, in which there are sculptures of 6 canonized kings. In the mid-20th century, the building suffered a lot with air strikes, but over time it was completely restored.

• Address: Piazza Anita Garibaldi 1, Livorno, Italy

Palazzo Medico

One of the oldest buildings of the city is Palazzo Medico (on Ital. Palazzo Mediceo). It was built in 1543 by order of the Duke of Kozimo I Medici and was used as a residence. Palazzo was located near the fortress of Fortezza Vecchia, from which only ruins remained.

The facade of the building is made in the architectural style of mannerism. It is characterized by the presence of a large number of decorative elements from stone at the edges of the facade and around the windows of the first floor, as well as an unusual balcony on the second floor. For several centuries, Palazzo was rebuilt many times and reconstructed. Commissioners lived in his premises, the office and statistics were located. Now the headquarters of the tax inspectorate is located in Palazzo.

• Address: Piazza Delle FIMME Gialle, Livorno, Italy

Church of St. Catherine Siena

In the city of Nova, Venice of the city of Livorno is the church of St. Catherine Siena (on Ital. Chiesa Santa Caterina Da Siena). Its construction began in 1720 on the project of the famous architect Giovanni Del Fantasia for followers of the Dominican Order, but the work was very slow. After 30 years, the building was built, but there was no facade and interior decoration.

In 1808, on the orders of Napoleon, the Bonapiest facilities began to use as a prison, but after a while the church was returned to the Order. It carried out a large reconstruction. In 1869, a 63 meter tower was attached to the church. At the same time, the frescoes of the artist Cesare Muffa with scenes from the Gospel appeared inside. At the main altar, you can see the canvas of an unknown artist, which depicts Madonna over the purgatory.

• Address: Via Del Forte San Pietro 3, Livorno, Italy

Gate San Marco

A little away from most attractions of the city are the gate of San Marco (on Ital. Porta San Marco). They were built in the middle of the 19th century as part of the wall and leveled to the port of Livorno. The wall performed rather administrative function than the protective, since it showed the boundaries of the duty-free area of \u200b\u200btrade.

The gate consists of a masonry of light and dark shades, which gives them a delightful look. Over the entrance rises the winged lion, which keeps the book with a revealed book in the paws. On the sides of the gate there are symmetric protrusions that adorn wonderfully preserved bas-reliefs. The passage maintain metal columns and a magnificent arch. Currently, the gate is in excellent condition and through them and now you can get to the port of the city.

• Address: Via Solferino, Livorno, Italy

Old fortress

One of the most unique buildings of the city is the old fortress (on Ital. Fortezza Vecchia). It was erected in 1377, and at that time it consisted of sea fort and square tower. At the beginning of the 15th century, two more forts were attached to the fortress. Protective strengthening complemented a large number of various weapons.

In the first half of the 16th century, a large reconstruction was carried out in the fortress premises, which still resembles a memorial plate. Over time, the small Church of St. Francis appeared on its territory, and the ruler of Kozimo Medici ordered his residence here. When the need for defense disappeared, the building began to use as a barracks, and then turned into prison.

You can get into the fortress only by the city. It represents an asymmetric building that consists of three bastions. Although the appearance of the fortress is distinguished by majestic and monumentality, indoor rooms are in decline and require major repairs.

• Address: Piazza Dei Marmi, Livorno, Italy

New fortress

A large structure, the construction of which was laid a quarter New Venice, called a new fortress (on Ital. Fortezza Nuova). It was built in 1590-1604 for the project of the architect Buontalenti. The fortress served to protect the city with sushi. It is made in the form of a five-pointed star, surrounded from all sides of the moans with water. Each of the corners are located one bastion, which are connected with a high wall.

At the end of the 17th century, the territory of the fortress has significantly reduced due to the need to build residential buildings and an increase in the population of the city. The buildings began to use both barracks, and then converted it to the warehouse. During the Second World War, the fortress suffered a lot from bombing, which destroyed almost all the inner structures. You can get into it only the bridge, since it is surrounded by water channels from all sides. Currently, an excellent public park is broken inside the fortress.

• Address: Viale Degli Avvalorati, Livorno, Italy

Monument "Four Maurus"

One of the symbols of the city is the "Four Maur" monument (on Ital. Monumento Dei Quattro Mori), which is located on the square of Giuseppe Mikheli. It was built in 1595-1624 for the draft sculptor Giovanni Bandini by order of Francesco I Medici. Initially, it was an ordinary monument to the ruler, but in the 17th century it was completed with statues of 4 chained maurs, on the people of which pain and hopelessness were written. It is built of bronze and marble and symbolizes the military power of the commander.

In 1799, the monument practically destroyed the French soldiers who saw in it the personification of tyranny and oppression of the people. At the last moment, local residents managed to save him, although he suffered greatly. The monument was restored, but during bombing during the Second World War, again was partially destroyed. In 1950 he was renovated again and is currently in excellent condition.

• Address: Piazza Giuseppe Micheli, Livorno, Italy

Terrace Maskani.

One of the best places for pedestrian and cycling is Mascani Terrace (at Ital. Terrazza Mascagni). It is named after the talented composer Petro Maskagany, who was a resident of Livorno.

The terrace is a landscaped tracks, on the sides of which are green islands of vegetation, small shops and cafes. A magnificent Esplanade is maintained to the terrace, which is made of gray stone and consists of 4 thousand columns. The pavement is lined with plates of light and dark color in the form of a chessboard.

In the 19th century, a city park was located in this place, which eventually turned into a terrace. Most popular with newlyweds enjoys a stone gazebo, built in the 1930s. It consists of a round dome that support 10 columns. Now the terrace is a favorite place to leisure residents of the city and tourists.

• Address: Viale Italia 191 | Terrazza Mascagni, Livorno, Italy

Saint Francis Cathedral

On the main square of the city there is a Cathedral of St. Francis (to Ital. Cattedrale di San Francesco or Duomo Di Livorno). He was designed by the famous architect Alessandro Pieroni and erected in 1606 under the leadership of Antonio Canthagallino. Initially, the cathedral was consecrated in honor of the three Saints Mary, Francis and Julia.

At the beginning of the 18th century, two additional side chapels were attached to the main building, and in 1806 the Cathedral received the status of a cathedral, which is still. During World War II, the building was completely destroyed in the bombing of the city. After some time, it was restored according to antique schemes and drawings.

The facade is made of gray marble and decorated with columns and coat of arms of the Medici family. Inside the cathedral, you can see the magnificent frescoes of Jacopo Ligocci, Domenico Cresmen and Clientese and Empoli. The attention of visitors attracts the Altar of the 18th century, which created the sculptor Giovanni Baratte.

• Address: Largo Del Duomo, 23, Livorno, Italy
• Mode of operation: Mon - Sun 9: 00-12: 00, 17: 00-19: 00

Piazza Grande

In the very center of the city there is a main square of Livorno Piazza Grande (on Ital. Piazza Grande). At the end of the 16th century, Buontalenti architect created a project of the central part of the city, which was supposed to consist of an area and a large church. It was erected in 1606 and was consecrated in honor of St. Francis. Before the central entrance of the building was to appear a small rectangular platform to ensure unobstructed access to the church.

Over time, the most important buildings of the city were built around the square - Palazzo Grande, Palazzo Comunale, Palazo Granducal and many others. During bombing during the Second World War, the area was very damaged, and many surrounding buildings were destroyed. Its reconstruction began after the restoration of the Cathedral of St. Francis. Like many centuries ago at present Piazza Grande Square is the cultural center of Livorno.

• Address: Piazza Grande, Livorno, Italy

Church of Saint Julia

Not far from the central square of Piazza Granta is the Church of St. Julia (on Ital. Chiesa di Santa Giulia). She was erected in 1602.

During World War II, all archival documents of the church, furniture and a stunning carved ceiling of wood were destroyed. The facade of the building is made of white stone stone in the baroque style. It is distinguished by its simplicity, from decorations on it you can see only the sculptures of the saints of Paul and Peter. Interior room has a rectangle shape. G.

the lander attraction of the church is the altar, which was built in the 17th century on the old pedestal of the 13th century. The 18th century murals are preserved in the side oratory and the magnificent marble floor. Murals are in excellent condition due to restoration in the middle of the 20th century.

• Address: Largo Del Duomo 1, Livorno, Italy

Church of St. Sebastian

On one of the central streets there is a church of St. Sebastian (on Ital. Chiesa di San Sebastiano). It was built in 1633 after the completion of a large epidemic of the plague and consecrated in honor of the heavenly delighthouse of St. Sebastian.

The project of the building was created by the architect Giovanni Francesco Cantagall for followers of the Order of Barnawits. The facade is made in the architectural style of Baroque and has a very modest view. It is decorated with only two sculptures of Saints Lavrentia and Stephen on the sides of the main entrance. The space inside the church consists of one nef and side chapel.

The main pride of the building is the altar framed by columns that end with semicircular cornices with the statues of faith and love. Its central part of the artist Georgio Vazari. The chapel is decorated with bas-relief of Giovanni Dupre.

• Address: Via San Francesco 26, Livorno, Italy

Quarter "New Venice"

Not far from the lively central streets of the city there is a calm quarter "New Venice" (on Ital. Venezia Nuova). He received its name due to a large number of small channels, which permeate the whole area, which makes it look like a real Venice.

The main attraction of the quarter is the new fortress, which amazes with its monumentality and silent greatness. New Venice Streets make it possible to see an old city. They look as well as in the 17-18 centuries. At the beginning of Via Borra is an unusual Ponte Di Marmo Bridge. His parapels are made of marble, and on the left side you can see the inscriptions of the 17th century, which were made by local residents in memory of their beloved.

On one of the area of \u200b\u200bthe district called the "Piazza de Dominicani" is located the Church of Santa Katerina, which was erected in the 18th century. From the square offers a wonderful view of the channels and a new fortress.

• Address: Via Della Venezia, Livorno, Italy

Military Academy Building

In the small street, Vialie Italy is the building of the Naval Academy (on Ital. Palazzo Dell "Accademia Navale). It was built in the 18th century, at that time the hospital named after St. Jacopo was located here. It was treated by members of the crews of arriving ships. Hospital consisted Of several main buildings, two chapels and two cemeteries.

The recovery zone was divided into two parts: one for officers, the second for ordinary sailors. In addition, the goods were kept in individual structures that quarantine needed. Over time, hospital premises began to use as a barracks, and then prison. The Naval Academy has opened here in 1881.

The main building consists of three floors and is crowned with a square tower with a clock. Three extra wings are departed from the building. The Academy Square is 215 square meters. Every year more than 1,200 people are trained here.

• Address: VIALE ITALIA 72, Livorno, Italy

Church of San Yakopo in Aquaviva

The San Yakopo church in Aquaviva is located on the San Yakopo San. Chiesa di San Jacopo in Acquaviva). The first mention of it relate to 1163, but the scientist failed to establish a reliable date of its construction.

The facade of the building is made in the style of the neorenissance. It is characterized by the presence of a triangular frontone and decorative elements in the form of pilasters. It was completely renovated in 2011. Near the church there is a bell tower, a height of 27 meters. The main building is built in the form of the Latin Cross.

The internal space is represented by one nema. It is decorated with magnificent paintings and beautiful bronze statues. In the church you can see three altars of the local sculptor Antonio Vincherra.

• Address: Piazza San Jacopo in Acquaviva, Livorno, Italy

City Museum Giovanni Fattori

In the premises of Villa Mimelli, the Museum of Giovanni Fattori is located (on Ital. Museum Fattori Livorno). It was opened in 1877, and in 1896 he was assigned the name of the Italian artist Giovanni Fattori. The collection of the museum collected pictures of famous painters Enrico Pollastini, Raffaello Gambegodi, Adolfo Tommasaz and many others.

In the 20th century, the exposure was replenished with archaeological finds, sketches of statues, bas-reliefs of the sculptor Francois Duchenua, bronze masks of work Pietro Takki and many other items. The museum is located on three floors: on the first there are tickets for the sale of tickets and premises for cultural events, and the second and third floor occupy 13 thematic halls.

• Address: Via San Jacopo Acquaviva, Livorno, Italy
• Mode of operation: W - Sun 10:00 - 13:00, 16:00 - 19:00
• The cost of the entrance ticket: 4 euros

The wonderful resort of Livorno does not leave anyone indifferent and year after year pleases tourists and travelers from around the world.

Livorno (Livorno) - Port city in Tuscany, on the Ligurian Coast. This is one of the most important ports in Italy.
The origin of Livorno is lost in legends and mythology.
In 904, the name "Livorno" was used in connection with a bunch of houses in the bay on the Ligurian coast a few kilometers from the mouth of Arno and Pisa.

Later, the city became part of the Pisa Republic. After sunset, Livorno was sold first by the Visconti family from Milan, then in 1407 Genoa, then in 1421 Florence.
The stormy development of Livorno began in the second half of the XVI century, when the authorities have had. Medici began to develop the port system, including Livorno.
In this way, Bernardo Buontalenti offered a new project of a fortified city - with a moat and fortress.
In 1590-1630 Livonian laws were published, among which freedom of religion and political freedom for everyone, including for the Jews, who lived in Livorno freely, and were not closed in the ghetto.
Thanks to these laws, Livorno became the most popular port on the Apennine Peninsula among the sailors of different religions.
In the XVIII century, the Lauren family came to change the Dynasty, during which the suburbs of Livorno began to develop and decrease the importance of the fortified city.
At the end of the 18th century, during the Russian-Turkish wars in Livorno, the Russian fleet under the command of Count Alexei Orlova. And he said to the princess to Tarakanov, the favorite of Catherine II. At the Orthodox Cemetery, a lot of healing with Russian surnames remained.
In the XIX century, the city was besieged by the French, Spaniards and the British.
After the restoration of the monarchy, Lauren's family was returned to power, led by Ferdino III and then Leopold II. At this time, the aqueduct, many palaces and squares are being built.
Of all the Tuscan cities, Livorno is the most modern, during the bombings of the Second World War, it has been very good, nevertheless, historical buildings and places of interest have been preserved in the city.

Old fortress - one of the symbols of Livorno, was laid during the time of the Roman settlement, but modern view Acquired in the XVI century, thanks to Florentin Antonio da Sangallo. Sangalo began to build a fortress in 1521, and graduated from 1534 with Alesandro Medici. The historical value of the old fortress is even lies in the fact that it has more ancient buildings. For example, the square tower of 1103 years old, the round tower of 1241 - made of two cylinders, interconnected by a screw stone staircase and the Pisa square - a square citadel, built by Puccio di Landicchio and Francesco di Giovanni, located around the perimeter.
When Kozimo Medici began to carry out its project on the construction of the port in Livorno, a palace was built inside the fortress.
Previously, the fortress from all sides was surrounded by the sea. People and horses fell into the fortress, moving on the ferry.

Monument "Four Moore" It is one of the symbols of the city. It is located next to the port and old fortress. At the pedestal is the statue of Ferdinando I Medici (work Giovanni Bandini, 1595), and below four bronze statues (works of Pietro Takka, 1623-1626) symbolizing pirates related chain.

Not far from the old fortress is new.
New fortress It was built on the project Bernardo Buontalenti and Giovanni de Medici, at the end of the XVI century. In the consequence, the lying Quarter "New Venice" broke up, and the fortress was reduced. Now in the fortress is the park, abandoned the remains of the fortress and dozens of cats.

Quarter "New Venice". This quarter is best described in Livorno. Numerous canals, houses of Livorn architecture, all this was laid in the first decade of the XVII century.

The Quarter "New Venice" and the new fortress go to the central square of Livorno - square of the Republic (Piazza Della Repubblica).
The spacious square appeared in 1840, it decorates two huge statues of the Great Dukes of Ferdinand III and Leopold II.

From the Square, the Republic begins via Grande, along which lines of stores and cafes are located.
Street crosses the area of \u200b\u200bthe same name - piazza Grande.on which is located Cathedraldedicated to Saint Francis.
His building began in the XVI century on the project Alessandro Pieroni. Later two side chapels were added. Posted on the ceiling, which, unfortunately, was almost completely lost in World War II.