Two of my favourite charming villages in Tuscany

In Tuscany I discovered that the most famous cities in the world aren’t always the most memorable ones. Altough I loved the beauty of Tuscany’s famous settlements, strolling through the streets of these two charming small villages was an absolute breath of fresh air. Roaming the old cobbled-stoned pavements and watching villagers just living their lives on a slow and steady pass. No rushing here. Just enjoying the small things in life and simply breath. Hearing man chanting a song from a far distance? Be very wise in deciding which direction to go. Before you realise you’ll be making a handstand in the middle of circle surrounded by Italian man. Not only woman are drawn into this circle, man too. I was so nervous, but now it gives me the biggest smile on my face. 

Campiglia Marritima

Years of occupation and abandonment follow and left it’s traces, but most of the damage has been done by cityworks in 1930-1931 in need of a new aqueduct. Because of this project a lot of the fortress has been destroyed, but it’s still worth to pay a visit to the remains. People worked very hard preserving this site and make it safe and enjoyable for people to visit. 

When you are walking around the fortress make sure to keep an eye open for the Romanesque Double-Arched Window. Especially lovers of composition and photography need their cameras  ready steady. This window crafted out of stone is something special and so is the spectacular view.

I’ve made this trip in 2014 and writing about it does certain memories pop up. For example: I remember this very nice walk around the fortress walls before heading down to the historical center. It was a very authentic path, which was nearly dissolved into the grass, with cute wooden fences on the side. Peacefully quiet and I remember there was some refreshing shade there. Again, it is a memory and i’m not completely sure if it’s 100% truth, but definitely check it out when you are there!