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Arezzo is a small Tuscan city about 65 km east of Florence, and easily accessible by a fast Rome-Florence train. As both a major Etruscan and Roman town, Arezzo was a successful independent republic until the battle between the Guelphs and Ghibellines finally got the best of it (they picked the wrong side!) Today it has evolved into a beautiful, charming center well worth a visit.
In fact, it is so attractive that Italian filmmaker Robert Benigni selected Arezzo as the location to film many of the scenes of his award-winning movie "Life is Beautiful." Aside from its cinematic fame, Arezzo is also known as a place to spot fantastic frescoes, jewelery stores. and browse amongst fine antiques at its monthly Fiera Antiquaria market on the Piazza Grande. |
Travel Info:
By train: between 1.5 and 2 hours from Rome Termini station. Not even one hour from Florence's station.
By Bus: excellent bus connections to other Tuscany destinations! Consider making Arezzo your base, if you can find an affordable place to stay. |
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| Pros: | "Charming atmosphere, good small sights" | | Cons: | "no left luggage, a bit expensive" | | In A Nutshell: | "The highlight of my Tuscany trip" |
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Jerrismith Sun Jun 29, 2008 23:15 UTC Hi Allison, We too loved Arezzo and that Terrecotta shop. I am wondering if you took a picture of it that might be willing to share? Thanks, Jerri | sue_stone Wed Jul 28, 2004 08:06 UTC Hi Allison! Great page and very helpful tips : o) | EllenH Mon Jul 19, 2004 03:36 UTC It seems I spent some time earlier today on this your arezzo page, saved some tips there too thank you | codrutz Sun Jul 18, 2004 18:48 UTC looks like a great escape .. beautiful view over Toscany |
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