HainanWel.com(e)! » 18 июл 2014, 14:17
Castle Hotel Castello di Spaltenna is 8 routes in the famous wine region
Want to see those landscapes that inspired Leonardo da Vinci to create a portrait of the mysterious Mona Lisa? Want to know the details of the production of dry red wine and a glass of tart taste of Chianti on the backdrop of stunning views, swing open before your eyes with the height of an ancient castle Di Broglio? Finally want to implement a healthy stroll through the picturesque hills, vineyards, olive groves and green forests Spaltenny? Oh, amata mia, amore mio, Tuscany ... you're too captivating!
Open genuine Tuscany invites charming castle Castello di Spaltenna, which offers to choose from 8 routes marvelous Chianti:
Route 1: From vertine Greve (Chianti)
Your journey begins in the medieval hamlet of vertine where there is a small handicraft production of cashmere products "Chianti Cashmere." On the farm you can buy a few souvenirs in the gift yourself and your friends - scarves, shawls, scarves, capes and blankets woven by hand from local wool goats.
Further, in the commune of Radda is certainly worth visiting ancient palace del Podesta, which is preserved in its original form and now serves the public needs, since it is a local municipality; Church of San Nicolo and the Museum of Sacred Art, recently opened in the former convent of San Francesco. Well, in order to solve the mystery of the Mona Lisa smile beautiful, you must go to Villa Vinamadzhio landscapes which inspired the creation of Leonardo's most famous painting in the world. Completed this route in the town of Greve in Chianti, which is called the gateway to the Chianti region. Here is a museum of wine, where visitors have the unique opportunity to taste more than 200 different brands of wine.
Route 2: From Koltibuono in Broglio
This route begins with a visit to the "Abbey good harvest" - that is the name of the estate is transferred Badia and Koltibuono based monks Vallombrozianskogo Order. Here the grapes are grown and involved in the production of wine and olive oil. Then is to go wine tasting in other famous Chianti estate - Rocca di Montegrosso.
One of the main points of the program will be the inspection di Meleto Castle, which stands in the heart of Chianti. In the past, he served as the residence of one of the oldest families of the Florentine aristocracy. Today is engaged in the production of wine and gladly accept guests. Evening in the castle-tasting cellar, but on the stage of a small theater satisfied chamber performances.
Further, this route takes you to the manor Castagnoli, which produces excellent Chianti Classico, and finally to the Castle di Broglio, belonging to a family of aristocrats Ricasoli 1141. The castle area has many attractions - the church of St. James, the family vault and a small museum with a collection of art objects, documents, weapons and other heirlooms. This place is the oldest winery in Italy where Terminations produced red wines that are exported worldwide.
Route 3: Siena
This route is devoted to getting acquainted with, perhaps, the most beautiful city in Tuscany - Siena. And start the day with a visit to better Siena Cathedral, the greatest monument of Italian Gothic, where the works of art by Michelangelo, Donatello and Bernini. Near the cathedral is the Museum of the Opera. It is worth to kneel in front of famous creation Duccio di Bouninsenya "Maesta" - the altarpiece of the Virgin Mary surrounded by angels singing. The excursion continues in the Plaza del Campo, where twice a year, arrange the famous Palio horse race. Definitely worth a visit and the Municipal Museum, where one of the most stunning in the world-frescoes of allegories "of good and bad government." Complete this route follows the tower Torre del Mangin (Tower Beefeaters, height of 102 meters with an observation deck), where the whole Siena visible at a glance.
Route 4: Cortona
Another city with a rich cultural heritage is the town of Cortona, founded by the Etruscans. It is here that one of the major archaeological museums in Italy - Etruscan Academy Museum MAEC. Here are the valuable exhibits illustrating the history of the Etruscan civilization - bronze ware, collection of ceramics, jewelry, coins, statues, as well as works by artists XIII-XVIII century. Guests are also advised to inspect the main Cathedral of Cortona, the monastery at Le Celle, founded by Saint Francis of Assisi in 1211 (according to legend, the monastery was located here saint), as well as the Basilica of St. Margaret of Cortona yes, decorated with ancient frescoes depicting the phenomenon of the Holy Spirit Holy Margarita .
After lunch in a cafe Tuscher Bar can go on an excursion to the Museum of the diocese - Diocesan Museum in Cortona, where the collected works of art and religious objects from different churches in the city. Here a unique collection of paintings by artists of the early Renaissance - "Annunciation" by Fra Angelico, "The Crucifixion" by Pietro Lorenzetti, "Madonna and Child" Niccolo di Senja "Communion of the Apostles" Luca Signorelli and many other masterpieces.
Finish your route fortress, Dzhirifalko, offering a wonderful view of Lake Trasimeno and the mountains surrounding it. Open a bottle of wine and raise a glass of Chianti for another day of bright impressions!
Route 5: In the Footsteps of Leonardo
For those who seek to unravel the Da Vinci Code, offering a route entirely dedicated to the great master. Guests will visit the places of Chianti, where Leonardo lived, and that inspired him to create paintings. The program is part of the route:
• Visit Villas Vinamadzhio
• Walk on the steep slopes of the town Piantravine
• Visit the commune Loro Ciuffenna and St Peter's Church in the town Gropina
• Scenic Route "seven bridges"
• Bridge Buriano
Route 6: San Gimignano and Monetredzhioni
Did you know that in the Middle Ages also build skyscrapers? Unbelievable but true. And you can verify this by going to the most visited city in Tuscany - San Gimignano. 14 stone towers (the height of some of them up to 50 meters!) Are the pride and glory of the city. Do not forget to throw a coin in the fountain in the square Cisterna, visit the Museum of Torture and Monetredzhioni nearby, with its incredible scenery.
Route 7: St. Mary's Church in Spaltenne
Through this tour, guests of the castle hotel will learn details of the story Castello di Spaltenna and charming churches on its territory.
Like its "sister" of San Giusto in Salcho, San Polo in Rosso, San Marcellino and San Vincenti, Spaltenna is a rural settlement of the Roman era. All the churches in these cities combines similarity in architecture - an iconographic structure with three naves separated by quadrangular pillars with semicircular apse. Interesting and unusual limestone wall decoration in light gray, the same color painted high bell tower, located on the side of the facade. Two towers at the corners of the entire structure and a few tops give a kind of playful character throughout the building.
Route 8: Large walk in Spaltenne
Lovers walking tours and walks hotel Castello di Spaltenna offers several routes in the surrounding Chianti:
1. Spaltenna - Frabekki - Montegrossi - Badia and Koltibuono - Spaltenna (length - 10 km)
2. Spaltenna - Frabekki - M.Muro - Barbishio - Spaltenna (length - 11 km)
3. Spaltenna - Meleto - Castagnoli - Barbishio - Spaltenna (length - 9 km)
4. Spaltenna - Adine - Galenda - San Giusto Institute Salcho - Vertin - Spaltenna (length - 12 km)
5. Spaltenna - Vertin - San Donato Institute pen - Chetamura - Koltibuono - Spaltenna (protyazhennnost - 9 km)