Exploring Fivizzano: A Journey Through History and Nature

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Hello dear friends,

This weekend, I didn't share any posts or photos because I dedicated myself entirely to exploring two new places I had never visited before. I wanted to share them with you because it brings me great pleasure.

Today, I particularly wanted to talk about Fivizzano, a village that actually felt familiar to me, but I had only passed nearby before. Since I met a very knowledgeable tour guide who lives there, we took a tour together through the streets of this beautiful village located in the province of Massa Carrara, with only 7,000 residents.

I must say, this village is situated in a very privileged natural setting. It lies between the Tosco-Emilian Apennine National Park and the Apuan Alps Natural Park, probably lesser-known areas that are actually significant in terms of nature in this part of Italy.

The most interesting point of interest in this village is undoubtedly its beautiful square, where the Medici fountain is located. Indeed, it's called Medici Square, and it's evident that it has a long history.

Naturally, I noticed there's a very interesting church to visit as well, because often these churches hold treasures of art. The Church of San Giovanni Battista, dating back to the 13th century, is the oldest church in the village, a true gem in Romanesque style. However, it's the interior that leaves you speechless with its contained artworks, which I had the opportunity to admire since fortunately the church was open.

Exiting the church, we took a stroll through the streets of this village, and you can immediately notice something different compared to other villages I've visited. Certainly, more observant ones would have noticed it. Part of the buildings where the residents currently live have been modernized.

The beautiful cobblestone streets remain, but these buildings have likely undergone renovations during the 20th century, also because this area of Tuscany was heavily bombed during the Second World War.

As we walked, we suddenly found ourselves in a small park where marble sculptures were displayed, reminding us that we are indeed in the area of Carrara marble, a material still exported worldwide but which has been significant for artists who used it to create true works of art found throughout Tuscany.

As you may have noticed in some of my photos, some of these houses are for sale, so if you want to change your life and have a different approach, I definitely recommend coming to these places. Life here is very slow; it can regenerate you, and you'll surely make a good deal since they don't cost much.

Thank you for reading this post; I hope you enjoyed the photos I shared, and I'll see you in my next post wishing you all a good day!