Cecil Pinsent and his Gardens in Tuscany
September 18th, 2026
Exploring the gardens of Villa I Tatti, Villa Le Balze, Villa Medici and Villa La Foce…
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Summer Renovations at Villa Le Balze Prompt Changes and Excitement for Students
September 24th, 2025
On a breezy afternoon below the Tuscan sun, Georgetown University’s property sits above Florence in the neighboring city of Fiesole to welcome summer session students.…
New Project Creates Updated Learning Spaces at Villa Le Balze
May 5th, 2025
Start Date: May 2025 End Date: September 2025 Project Status: Active Construction Operations: No on-site activitiesVisits: By appointment only Description Built in 1912 and donated to…
The Tuscan Tradition of Carnevale di Viareggio: An Exploration of Italian Culture
April 7th, 2025
Just a short train ride away from Florence you’ll find the town of Viareggio, whose calming waves invite tourists all year round. However, there’s one time of year when the quaint beach town turns into a mile-long party – Carnevale.…