There are places in Italy that I have to see again and again.
Florence is such a place.
And the small villages of the Florentine Hills and the Chianti Valley.
The perfect location from which to see all of it is the small hilltop town of Impruneta where clay pots reign supreme.
This is the town square of Impruneta. In the lower left hand corner you see the sign for the bus station.
In 15 minutes you are in the center of Florence.
Park your car at your Inn in Impruneta and leave the driving to an expert.
Busses leave both directions every 1/2 hour.
And then there is the drive from Impruneta to Volterra.
You will want to stop at every turn of the road.
One breath taking view after another.
Those hard working and clever Italians don't like to waste space. Here they are growing soy beans in between rows of grape vines.
So much beauty everywhere it makes your heart sing.
The Amalfi Coast drive is spectacular but the Chianti Valley is as beautiful, only in a different way.
It was lunch time and as if by magic, this sign appeared.
It was delicious.
We stayed at the Country Relais Villa L' Olmo, a 16th century Villa in the center of Impruneta.
Have a great week dear friends.
Gina
Busses leave both directions every 1/2 hour.
Have a great week dear friends.
Gina
