Lucca
I heard about Lucca since quite a long time ago. It is said as one of the very beautiful towns in Tuscany . A picture of the oval-shape Piazza Anfiteatro drew my attention and cultivated a desire to visit. It is a medieval town, the only one in Italy which is totally surrounded by a wall, since 16-century. Ascending to the wall, stroll and enjoy a fantastic view of the town from all angles. The town is dotted with numerous Romaneque churches, palaces and shops. It was a rich merchant town but the pace nowadays is never quick, holiday.... We enjoyed the town by walking around it, passing through lanes with medieval houses, walking on the wall..... Well, a few highlights..... Duomo di San Maritno , superb architecture signatured with white and green exquisite marble. One of the outstanding pieces of art is the tomb of Ilaria del Carretto (wife of the ruling Guinigi), elegant and peaceful. It was sculpted by Jacopo della Quercia . Piazza...