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The Region
"I Cinghiali will see more of us in the years
to come."
The Garfagnana, isolated in its alpine silence, and surrounded
by the bare summits of the Apuan Alps and the Apennines of Tuscany and
Emilia Romano, with villages nestling in curves sculptured by winter
torrents, is almost like a place in time warp.
To see maps of the area, click on these links to the Tuscany
Region or the Italy
Map.
A picturesque region with a mixture of charming ancient towns, hilltop castles and breathtaking views across the hills and valleys it has no motorway so one either means to go there or not. Thankfully it has avoided the crush of southern Tuscany in the tourist season and the towns and tiny villages survive without a proliferation of souvenir shops.
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Unadorned folklore and local cuisine are some of the timeless qualities
of this beautiful area we are fortunate to call home. Every tiny
hamlet has something to offer, not specifically major works of art
or ancient treasures, but more the ability to participate in a village
life that is local and real. Most of the locals are engaged in farming
activities, often using traditional implements such as the scythe. Artistic local door knockers. |
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Market days are a time to visit the nearby towns to buy fresh produce and stylish clothes at ridiculous prices. Fruit and vegetables are purchased locally and are always fresh and in season. In Tuscany we never plan menus until we visit the shops to see what is on offer. |  |