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FIAT 500 IN PITIGLIANO - TUSCANY REVISITED

Considering Pitigliano's breathtaking setting on top of a steep and crumbly Tuscan tufa stone formation, it's surprising that the town hasn't become one  of the major film locations for Hollywood productions in Tuscany.  Montepulciano and countless churches and hamlets in the cypress lined Val d'Orcia have prominently featured in films like  Gladiator, the recent Twilight or - obviously - Under the Tuscan Sun.  But Pi tigliano's low exposure in the film world may change after its appearance in the latest Fiat 500 commercial.  No Photoshop needed, since Pitigliano's town center and the views from and onto the town are just as beautiful as seen in the fun commercial. Balancing on its rock, the southern Tuscan town is the ideal destination for a romantic getaway - with or without the little blue pill.  Read  What to do in Pitigliano  to find r ecommendations for best hotels, restaurants and sights in towns and great organic winery v...

TUSCANY FOR FREE - Classical Music

During July and August concert season in Tuscany is in full swing. For the people who already overcharged their credit cards with shipping home all those marvelous bottles of Tuscan red - don't worry, ticket prices are often quite modest. Many of the events get generous sponsoring by the wine industry; which is indeed just another reason why you should keep opening those bottles.