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Travelers have always known Italy to be a romantic destination, but before you plan your romantic trip to Italy, be sure you know about romantic towns in Italy that are slightly off the beaten path. Learn more about several Italian towns that are less known but just as romantic!

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Italy has long been known as one of the most romantic countries in the world. Travelers from near and far have heard of romantic cities such as Venice, Rome, and Florence. Less known are some of the many amorous towns tucked away in the countryside, some unfamiliar even to many Italians themselves. Before you plan your romantic getaway to Italy, be sure you know of not only the famous cities in the area, but also of the romantic villages that are somewhat off the beaten path. These quaint towns are the pure essence of Italian romance and sensuality, and should not be looked over when planning a romantic trip to Italy.

In the heart of Tuscany you will find the town of Pienza, a small town close to Siena. Pienza is a beautifully-crafted Renaissance city of intricate and intriguing architecture. In 1459, Pope Pius II chose architect Bernardo Rossellino to transform Pienza into a town of Renaissance beauty. Enjoy visiting the exquisite churches crafted in Gothic style and don´t forget to stop by the splendid Palazzo Piccolomini, the beautiful home of Pope Pius´s descendants until 1968. At the palazzo you can find a gorgeous courtyard and enjoy views of the slopes of Monte Amiata. Located in the rural valley Val d´Orcia, lovers of nature will find that the landscapes of Pienza are equal in charm to the town´s awing architecture.

The city of Lucca is a true jewel of Tuscany. Lucca rests on a plateau near the Serchio River, just south of the enchanting Apuane Alps. Walls built in the 16th century surround Lucca. Today you can enjoy a leisurely stroll or bicycle ride down these medieval walls. Within the walls that border Lucca is a clandestine town full of quaint shops and fine restaurants that serve delicious Tuscan cuisine. The cathedrals of San Michele and San Martino display some of the finest Romanesque architecture in all of northern Italy. In the north of Lucca you can tour the grand villas and their spectacular formal gardens. Don’t forget to see the Guinigi Tower in the midst of Lucca. The top of this 15th century tower provides a stunning panoramic view of the city and beyond.

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