Grossteo is a province and city in the southeast of Tuscany, stretching from the hills of the Colline Metallifere to the Mediterranean coast. While the historic city of Grosseto is an obvious destination, the region is also home to many picturesque Tuscan villages, pretty coastal towns with family-friendly beaches and plenty of areas of outstanding natural beauty, such as the Island of Giglio with its fortified village and the unusual geological formations in the Parco Naturalistico delle Biancane.
The city of Grosseto is the only large town in the region and is home to several historic buildings, which are worth to be included on your itinerary. The highlight of any visit to the town is the impressive 15th century cathedral, with its distinctive Tuscan exterior featuring horizontal layers of black and white marble. The streets within the 16th century Medicean walls are full of chapels, medieval courtyards and piazzas, as well as palaces such as the Palazzo Aldobrandeschi and the Palazzo Comunale, now the town hall, located on the main Piazza Dante. The Piazza Dante itself, as well as being the heart of Grosseto, is home to a number of fountains and monuments, as well as being a perfect place to enjoy a relaxing drink in the Tuscan sunshine.
Outside of the main town of Grosseto, the province is mainly home to smaller towns and villages, many of which are built on the site of ancient settlements. Throughout the countryside you can see the remains of the Roman presence in the area, particularly in the Parco Archeologico Cittŕ del Tufo, where Etruscan, Roman and even older ruins can be found. Perhaps the most intriguing of these ancient attractions are the “vie cave”, roads that were dug through the mountains and rocks centuries ago. Heading towards the coast the villages of Porto Santo Stefano and Porto Ercole are home to both picturesque historic quarters and more modern waterfront areas, with promenades, beaches and a family-friendly environment. There are several small islands off the Grosseto coast, with boat trips running most days, especially during the tourist season. The largest and most visited is the Island of Giglio, home to an impressive fortified village and castle, as well as a network of hiking trails. The beaches in this part of Italy are a mixture of small sheltered bays and huge sweeping areas of sand, ideal for water sports and swimming, while the unique marine environment has made Grosseto a popular destination for divers.
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