Florence is the most popular destination in Tuscany, but there are plenty of other must-see destinations in the region.
It is relatively easy to travel around the different places in Tuscany. You can rent a car and drive yourself, or hire a driver to do it for you. You can also take the bus or the train to towns and villages such as Siena, Lucca, Pisa, and San Gimignano.
1. Many people are familiar with the leaning Tower of Pisa. Pisa is located in central Italy, 50 miles from Florence, and the bell tower really is leaning and is a sight to behold. It is just 1hr from Florence by train.
2. The greatest medieval town in Italy to see in Siena. As is true with many places to visit in Tuscany you can enjoy the culture by walking through alleyways and narrow streets. If you are feeling fit, you can always climb to the top of Siena's tall bell tower and take in some amazing views of the city and the Piazza Del Campo below. The people here are very friendly and it is quite a small place with just 250,000 people.
3. The most popular place to taste wine is Chianti, which is very well known for its world-famous red wines. There is lots of beautiful scenery to enjoy in Chianti while you are tasting the wine in the vineyards.
4. Another popular place to visit in Tuscany is Lucca. Here you will find many churches and other medieval buildings that are simply amazing. The Roman amphitheater is located in Lucca and is over in 1900 years old. The town center is completely enclosed by a brick wall built in the 16th century and you can take a walk along the top of the wall, which stretches 4km. Lucca is considered to have some of the best food in the Tuscany region, especially the Tortelli Lucchese. Tortelli Lucchese is bright yellow pasta, stuffed with seasoned meat and topped with a heavily meat-laden rag? that is very rich in flavor.
5. San Gimignano is a wonderful place to visit while in Tuscany. It is set on a hill over 300m high and dates back to the 10th century. San Gimignano originally had 72 tower houses, some of which were as high as 50m. In their day, the towers were a symbol of wealth and there are now only 14 towers in total.
6. Another place that is worth a visit if you are staying in Florence is Fiesole. If you are in Florence and pressed for time you can make a quick trip there as it is just 5 miles outside of Florence. You can take a local bus and enjoy the great views.
7. Finally we have Florence, which will no doubt be one of the main highlights of your trip. You will want to spend at least a few days taking n the sights of Florence. There are many different sights to see and you should be sure not to miss the Uffizi. The Uffizi Gallery is home to thousands of paintings and sculptures and is world-famous. Because of how popular it is you can wait up to 5 hours to get in so it is best to reserve a ticket in advance.
Many tourists visit Malaysia each year on their holidays. They are attracted by the beautifully diverse landscape and the cultural diversity that this famous country has to offer. Some holidaymakers stay in self-catering holiday accommodations in Malaysia and they use these holiday homes as a base to explore Malaysia.
There are some stunning holiday villas with swimming pools in the coastal regions of Malaysia. It is also possible to rent self-catering holiday apartments in some of the bigger cities.
The name Malaysia itself suggests that the country is minuscule in large Asia. Truly Asia is not wrong in any aspect when we refer to Malaysia. The diversity of culture and the various tourist destinations make Malaysia a unique travel experience. This is a country full of tropical islands, hill stations in Gentry and Cameron Highlands, tropical rain forests, pristine pure beaches and not to forget the city of Kuala Lumpur.
Kelantan has a very long history, records of Kelantan date back to 8000 to 3000 B.C. This state was ruled by many different countries and till 1941 was under Japanese rule. In 1963 Kelantan became a part of Malaysia. Kelantan is well-linked by road and rail. There are flights, which link Kelantan to Kuala Lumpur and Penang.
Tourist attractions in Kelantan are Kota Bahru, which is its capital city. It is a bustling town famous for its culture and crafts. Jahan Mahmud has a cultural center, which is the living heritage of Kelantan. The Royal Museum is called Istana Batu and was built during the reign of Sultan Ismail. It has a wide range of silverware, furniture, and bedroom items on the display. The war museum in Kelantan dates back to 1912 and has many Japanese memorabilia and documents on display. The best time to visit Kelantan is February to May. The July Festival also attracts many tourists.
Malacca the seaside city is 147 kilometers from Kuala Lumpur. The culture here is a mix of Portuguese and Chinese. History says that Malacca was a strategic midway point that provided the link between China and India. It has therefore developed into an international commerce hub. The best time to visit Malaysia is from January to February. Malacca is well connected by road and rail. The airport is situated 9.5 kilometers north of Batu Berendam.
Penang is a small beautiful island state in Malaysia. It is a trendy holiday destination with tourists attracted to its golden beaches, delicious cuisine, and warm seas. There are many places to visit in Penang namely Georgetown City, Clock Tower, First Cornwallis, Kromtan Tower, Wat Chayamangakaram Temple, Kek Lok Si, Snake Temple, Sri Mariamman Temple, Penang Hill, Khoo Kongsi, and Penang Bridge. There are some luxurious holiday villas in Penang right next to the sea.
Sarawak the largest state in Malaysia is the land of the fabled white elephants. It is also the home of hornbills and orangutans and hornbills. Sarawak has a diverse ecosystem found nowhere else in the world and it attracts many tourists to see this ecosystem. There are many national parks that are very popular with tourists. Many tourists visit Museum, Sunday Open Market, Kuching, Skrang River Safari, Pepper Plantations, Cultural Village, Santuborg Fishing Village, and the famous caves.
Malaysia is a beautiful country to visit on your holidays and you are guaranteed a warm and friendly welcome from its people. It has some fabulous holiday home accommodations available to rent from its owners. It is said that some of the best holiday villas in the world are in Malaysia.
