TUSCANY (LONELY PLANET) (2ND ED.)

Glowing frescoes, patchwork blue-green landscapes, multihued Gothic cathedrals and cypress-dotted vineyards – from Florence's Renaissance riches to medieval hilltop villages, this guide will help you get the most out of Italy's most beguiling region.

• 46 detailed maps, including full-colour regional map
• mouthwatering special section on the region's food and wine
• comprehensive coverage of Tuscan art and architecture
• in-depth walking section
• the finest accommodation options, from convents to castelli
• practical Italian language chapter with Tuscan pronunciation guide