The Tuscany Region of Italy conjures images of picturesque rolling hills, cypress trees and sunflowers; but it has much more to offer than just beautiful vistas—much more. Considered the birthplace of the Renaissance, Tuscany has inspired countless artists over the centuries and they have left an indelible mark on the region that has become known for its masterpieces in artwork, architecture science and literary works. The majestic beauty of the region with its landscape dotted with ancient castles and ruins, as well as sublime cathedrals and quaint villages all contribute to its allure. The Tuscany region has a rich and intriguing history that has attributed to the many valuable contributions it has made to the Italian national identity.
The Tuscany region is located in Central Italy and covers approximately nine thousand square miles with a population of approximately 3.5 million (Catling 12). The terrain in the region varies from rugged coastal cliffs and sandy beaches to the mountain ranges of the Apennine and Apuan Alps with plenty of rolling hills in between; it also encompasses the …show more content…
During this time the Medici family dominated the banking industry. The rise of the wealthy Medici family and their patronage to the arts and sciences helped usher in the Renaissance and the beginning of Humanism (Catling 43). The benefit of their support led to Florence becoming famous for creative master artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Botticelli and writers such as Petrarch and Dante (Italia.it). The Florentine language that dominated these literary works led to it becoming the language used throughout Italy today (Discover Tuscany). As the one time capital of Italy, Florence is now known as the “intellectual and artistic capital of southern Europe” (Ott
The Tuscany region is located in Central Italy and covers approximately nine thousand square miles with a population of approximately 3.5 million (Catling 12). The terrain in the region varies from rugged coastal cliffs and sandy beaches to the mountain ranges of the Apennine and Apuan Alps with plenty of rolling hills in between; it also encompasses the …show more content…
During this time the Medici family dominated the banking industry. The rise of the wealthy Medici family and their patronage to the arts and sciences helped usher in the Renaissance and the beginning of Humanism (Catling 43). The benefit of their support led to Florence becoming famous for creative master artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Botticelli and writers such as Petrarch and Dante (Italia.it). The Florentine language that dominated these literary works led to it becoming the language used throughout Italy today (Discover Tuscany). As the one time capital of Italy, Florence is now known as the “intellectual and artistic capital of southern Europe” (Ott