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The Apuane Alps Park

A cross section of prehistoric Italy in the heart of the country

Lucca Tourist Information Office

Lucca, clasped within her well-preserved walls, encloses a historical, architectural richness of masterpieces from different ages. In the vast plains and on the hills that surround the city are scattered numerous splendid villas, characterised by parks and gardens rich in tree-lined lanes, statues, fountains and waterworks. The olive grove that colours the landscape with its typical silvery grey supplies an incomparable oil, famous throughout the world. The vine also contributes to the character of the landscape, especially on the hills, producing the famous Doc di Montecarlo and delle Colline Lucchesi wines. Moving towards the mountains, we go into the Media Valle del Serchio, and continuing we arrive in Garfagnana. A land of ancient traditions, this is a very interesting natural territory and diverse from the flora and fauna points of view. The principal cooking ingredients are spelt, an ancient cereal, and chestnut flour, with which the castagnaccio (chestnut cake) is made.

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