Lucca

Visit Lucca
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The historical centre of Lucca has been preserved to stand testimony to the past of a city rich in history, tradition and culture. In addition to the ancient walls, visitors are pleasantly surprised by the narrow streets, striking squares, unique towers and the “cento chiese” (100 churches) for an enjoyable and interesting experience. Despite being small in size, the city of Lucca does not disappoint the visitors who find themselves in a historical centre where all is to be discovered……
Historical centre www.comune.lucca.it/turismo/centro_storico_lucca
Lucca tours www.comune.lucca.it/turismo/itinerari_lucca
Art and Museums www.comune.lucca.it/turismo/musei_lucca
Lucca’s various museums offer all visitors a remarkable artistic and cultural overview of the city.
In addition to the museums which exhibit renaissance works of art, such as the Pinacoteca of Villa Mansi, or traditional works such as the Museum of the Cathedral and the Museo dell'Antica Zecca, there are also museums for the promotion of more contemporary art, such as the Comics Museum and the Lucca Center of Contemporary Art.
Lucca's surrounding areas
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During your visit to the city of Lucca, you will find interesting landscapes and points of artistic and cultural beauty in Lucca’s surrounding areas. As well as the green areas of the city walls, visitors may also admire the Fluviale nature park that extends along the river Serchio, the opulent Lucchese villas and the churches which still stand testimony to the historic past of the city.

The Lucchese Villas
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The Lucchese villas, or villa-style buildings, can be found in the countryside and in the hillside that surrounds the plane of Lucca, which today represent its strikingly beautiful heritage. The villas of Lucca were built between the 15th and 19th centuries as summer residences for the more well-to-do classes, as an alternative to their winter homes. These prestigious residences are still for the most part privately owned, having been passed down through the generations.
The structure of Lucca’s villas is a real work of art: extensive gardens, archways, large halls, frescos and statues, parks with ponds and small lakes. For the construction of these works of urban bourgeoisie immersed in olive trees and vineyards, the Lucchese people have adapted their landscape, considering first and foremost its beauty. Visitors find themselves in close contact with a multitude of elements that range from architecture and landscape, agriculture and traditional trades, which create a meditative and intimate atmosphere. Rather than wandering aimlessly, we recommend organising the visit to the Lucchese villas following a specific route, allowing you to soak up the tranquillity and elegance of these evocative residences.
Events in Lucca
The Hotel Noblesse is ideal for visiting Lucca and its events : www.comune.lucca.it/turismo/eventi_lucca
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