Castles
 Abbadia A Isola  
Listen as the wind sings softly through the marshy lands in the area of Borgonuovo. Hear the gentle rustling of soft fabric as it brushes against the walls of the monastery. See a thousand years rushing back so you can see the essence of humanity. Watch the history of Abbadia a Isola unfold to give its mysterious appearance and disappearance in the annals of time. Come and take shelter within its strong walls and dwell in a powerful monastery.
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 Albola Castle  
Sit with the high and mighty as Radda in the province of Siena became the seat of the 'podesta' or the chief magistrate. Go with its history which was turbulent as it was caught between the warring factions of Tuscany, Florence and Siena. Enjoy its tranquility as it settled into a charming niche as the Republic of Florence took over. Climb the hillock and look at the enchanting Castello d'Albola which is situated at an altitude of 602 meters.
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 Argiano Castle  
You don't have to go very far to enjoy the spice of a great multi-faceted experience. Start from Brunello but not before you have toasted the spirit of adventure with a glass of sparkling Brunello wine. Go down the road to Grosseto and onto the picturesque countryside road through the Banfi vineyards to the Argiano Castle, south of Montalcino.
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 Avenza Fortress  
You don't have to go very far to enjoy the spice of a great multi-faceted experience. Start from Brunello but not before you have toasted the spirit of adventure with a glass of sparkling Brunello wine. Go down the road to Grosseto and onto the picturesque countryside road through the Banfi vineyards to the Argiano Castle, south of Montalcino.
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 Barbischio Castle  
If you want to see an enchanted castle, just motor down from Gaiole in Chianti and follow the indications till you reach the Barbischio Castle. As a veritable fairyland, the castle of Barbischio is nestled on a hillside with the beautiful Tuscany panorama of lush rolling hills, verdant forests, vineyards and olive groves. Go up the mysterious white road and be prepared to meet the queen of fairies.
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 Bibbiano Castle  
Come and look at the Bibbiano Castle whose history celebrates a long and varied chapter with war and passion. Look at its huge keep and its double-walled enclosure. Before its destruction, the Bibbiano Castle on Via Emilia was an immense construction with four towers that overlooked the entrance to the town. The west side displays crenellated turrets with machicolation, but only one remains today.
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 Brolio Castle  
Meet the ghost of the Iron Baron who gallops past dressed in black on his white steed. Step over the stones of the past and walk up to the great stronghold of the Brolio Castle with its Sienese neo-gothic architecture. Follow the romantic style of ages long gone and travel from Barberino to Tavarnelle Val di Pesa.
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 Cacciaconti Castle  
Join the parade of the Lady of the Snows and discover the history of the Cacciaconti Castle. Find the medieval hamlet of Trequanda as it evolves from the eastern border of the Senesi territory. You can reach Sinalunga that is at the exit of Val di Chiana/Betolle at A1.
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 Castello dell'Aquila  
Go through the motorway of A12 Parma / La Spezia till you reach the 'Aulla' exit in the center of the town in the direction of Fivizzano. Before you reach Fivizzano turn right after you see the sign indicating Gassano. You will find the village of Gragnola as you whiz up about 5 kilometers from Gassano. Up above perched on a knoll like a swift flying bird, sits the Castello dell'Aquila.
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 Castello di Montegufoni  
Follow Charlemagne's train on the serene Via Volterrana and look at the magnificent Castello di Montegufoni. Look around at the scenery as perfect as a picture post card and realize that you are standing on historical ground. Surround yourself with the wealth, culture and tradition of a long-forgotten past and enjoy the beautiful sunsets made memorable by artists of yore.
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 Aghinolfo Castle  
Discover a glorious castle, perfect, powerful and patrician in its structure and excellent in its self sustenance. Come down to the historical Castle of Aghinolfo which is above the county of Montignoso about three kilometers from the center of Massa lying northwest of the Tuscany region.
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 Castle of Trebbio  
Let secret stairs, shadowy ghosts and the power of time lift you with wings beneath your feet as you hasten into its dreamy orbit. Come and look at the beautiful yet formidable Castle of Trebbio in Mugello. If you want to trace the path of its intriguing history, then go down the Autostrada del Sole A1 and exit at Barberino di Mugello which is 10 kilometers towards Florence.
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 Meleto Castle  
Welcome to the land of enchantment and magic. Rising above the cypresses and laurels, Meleto Castle stands as a vibrant, beautiful and impressive edifice whose secrets sing around its enthralling history. This how you can reach the a castle where lovely princesses were married, where sparkling ruby red wines flowed and where the most gorgeous scenery displays its panoramic views.
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 Rocca Aldobrandesca Castle  
Watch your step as you cross the hilly terrain to explore the wonderful ancient fortress of Rocca Aldobrandesca or Rocca of Tentennano. Make your way from the nearest destination to SS2 'Cassia' and as you turn to the right you will find pointers, 'Rocca D'Orcia/ Castiglione D'Orcia' to the once mighty castle.
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 Barberino Val d'Elsa  
If you need to see an expression of beauty, just go down the A1 'Del Sole' Motorway and exit at Firenze Certosa. From there you can get on to the motorway to Siena as you turn right. Now exit at the Tavarnelle Val di Pesa. At the exit itself you can turn left going towards Tavarnelle. As you arrive at Tavarnelle turn right and follow the directions to Barberino Val d'Elsa/Poggibonsi which takes you to the ring road.
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 Montalcino Castle  
Monumental, memorable and magical, the Montalcino Castle lies in the beautiful countryside of southern Tuscany. If you want to see this historical castle which has withstood the tides of time, then start from Siena and follow the Cassia Road SS2. You will reach Buonconvento after which you keep going for a few kilometers till you find an indication asking you to turn right and then you will find the territory of Montalcino.
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 Cafaggiolo Castle  
Come and get entertained at a star-studded beautiful castle. Enter the portals of a historic place where the who’s who in every walk of life came to entertain and be entertained. Move around the historic 14th century Cafaggiolo Castle decorated with fabulous frescoes and built to perfection with incredible architecture. Imagine the lavish entertainments with celebrities who thronged the Medici home filled with culture and a rich atmosphere surrounded with an artistic ambience.
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