Lucca- a small town with a population of approx. 83 thousand in the region c.
In the II century BC. Etruscan city Lucca, located in the valley of the Serchio River, became a Roman colony. In the ancient period, the city became one of the largest military camps of the Roman Empire and was already rich enough, and by the XIII century Lucca had become a major shopping center in Europe and one of the first to establish contacts with the Eastern countries. The city remained independent until the arrival of Napoleon, who conquered the Tuscan lands and handed Lucca over to his sister Elise Bachiocchi, who ruled here until 1814. Then the Lucanian province inappropriately went to the Parma Bourbons, in 1847 it was returned to the Grand Duchy of Tuscany and after 14 years it entered the United Kingdom of Italy.
by the walls(XVI-XVII centuries). Their length is 4200 m.
You can lay half a day on the inspection of Lucca.
Find your way:
From the station to piazza Ricasoli (Piazza Ricasoli), located south of the city walls, you can walk in the direction of the northwest to piazza Risorgimento (piazza Risorgimento) and through Porta San Pietro gate (Porta San pietro) - inside walls. In the north direction to the city center leads via Vittorio veneto (via Vittorio Veneto) through piazza Napoleone (Napoleon's piazza) and further to piazza San Michele (Piazza San Michele).
Attractions Lucca:
The city is renowned for its well-preserved defensive by the walls(XVI-XVII centuries). Their length is 4200 m. Powerful walls (height - 12 m, width - 35 m) and bastions are in good condition, partly due to the fact that the city from the time of their construction practically did not take part in hostilities. At the end of the 19th century, an unusual city park was laid out on the defensive fortifications - several rows of plane trees were planted here, wide alleys were laid, children's and sports grounds were set up.
There are many temples in Lucca - it is sometimes called the "City of a Hundred Churches". Na piazza San Martino (Piazza San Martino) is the most important of them - the cathedral the cathedralSan Martino).
Lucca Tourist Route:
It starts from the train station and passes by the main sights of the city. The entire route - 3.5 km - can be walked in a couple of hours.
The construction of the temple began in 1063 by order of Bishop Anselm, the future Pope Alexander II. The Romanesque apis and the bell tower were preserved, however, the nave and transepts were rebuilt in the 14th century, already in the Gothic style.
At the entrance to the cathedral, one of the pilasters on the right side is carved maze... An ancient Latin inscription to the right of him says that this is an image of a labyrinth built by Daedalus in Crete, from which no one could find a way out, except Theseus, who was saved by the love and thread of Ariadne. Similar labyrinths are found in other Italian churches.
In the center of the right nave is volto santo chapel(Chapella Volto Santo, Matteo Civitali, 1484), where the main relic of Lucca is kept - a wooden crucifix. According to an ancient legend, the image of Christ was carved from the Lebanese cedar by the Gospel Nicodemus, who was present at the crucifixion. Volto Santo has been kept in Lucca since the 8th century, and every year, on September 13, a grandiose procession is dedicated to it.
Sarcophagus of Ilaria del Caretto(1406) is kept in the sacristy. The ruler of Lucca, Paolo Guinigi, commissioned it to the Sienese sculptor Jacopo della Quercia to perpetuate the memory of his wife, who died in her youth. This marble tombstone is considered one of the most valuable works of art in Lucca. In the cathedral there is another work of the same master - the statue of John the Baptist, as well as works by Ghirlandaio, Tintoretto and Fra Bartolomeo.
The western and northern facades of the cathedral exit respectively to piazza San Martino (piazza San Martino) and piazza Antelminelli (Piazza Anthelminelli), from home via Duomo (via Duomo) leads to churches of San Giovanni(Chiesa di San Giovanni) on the same area.
Chiesa di san giovanni
The church was rebuilt many times and suffered greatly during the French occupation. on the façade (1589) there is a 12th century Romanesque portal, in the interior three naves are separated by antique Roman columns, a wooden coffered ceiling dates back to the 16th century.
Giglio theater
The neighborhood is piazza Giglio (piazza Giglio), where there is the opera house of the same name Giglio theater(Teatro del Giglio, 1819). At the beginning of the 19th century, this stage was extremely popular in Italy and made a worthy competitor to the theaters of San Carlo in Naples and La Scala in Milan.
The city planning has been preserved since ancient times. Via Cenami (via Chenami) and via Fillungo (via Fillungo), going from north to south, as well as via S. Paolino (via San Paolino), via Roma (via Roma) and via Santa Croce (via Santa Croce) in the west - east direction divides Lucca into four parts. Near their intersection was the city forum, in the place of which is now located piazzaSanMicheleinForo(piazza San Michele in Foro), or simply Foro (Foro).
Chiesa di San Michele in Foro
Here is a church San Michele in Foro(Chiesa di San Michele in Foro), which was built over several centuries. The lower ypyc of the main façade is made in the Romanesque style, the other levels are decorated with gothic loggias (XIII century). The bell tower dates back to the XIV century.
The main façade contains a marble sculpture of the Archangel Michael with metal wings. They say in the city that one rich parishioner, amazed by the beauty of San Michele, donated an emerald to the church, a stone was inserted into a ring on the archangel's hand, and now local residents and tourists are gazing up into the sky, hoping to catch a green glint.
- San Michele in Foro
- Piazza San Michele in Foro
- 08.00–12.00, 15.00– 18.00
Casa di Puccini
Next to the church of San Michele is located up to m Puccini(Casa di Puccini), where the Italian composer was born in 1858.
Inside there is a museum dedicated to the life of the composer, where documents, photographs and musical instruments are kept.
- House of Puccini
- Corte San Lorenzo, 9
- summer Tue-Sun 10.00-18.00, winter Tue-Sun 10.00-13.00, 15.00-18.00
Torre della ore
On the other side via Fillungo worth Clock towerI am(Torre della ore, 50 m). The tower itself dates back to the 13th century, and the clock was made in 1754 in Geneva.
Guinji Tower
A little further is Guinigi tower(Torre guinigi, 1384), she is the "Tower with a garden", which is considered one of the symbols of the city. evergreen trees really grow on its upper platform (41 m). Once the tower itself and the palace to which it adjoins, belonged to the Guinigi family, and now they are owned by the municipality. In the late 1980s, this apxitecture monument was restored and opened to the public (230 steps lead to the observation deck).
- Guinigi Tower
- Via Sant'Andrea, 45
- daily March – Sep. 09.00-19.30, Oct 10.00–18.00, Nov – Feb 10.00-16.30, Dec 25 closed
Romanesque church of San Frediano
Romanesque church San Frediano(Chiesa di san frediano, reconstructed XII century) - one of the most ancient temples of Lucca. The façade is decorated with a golden mosaic (Berlingiero di Milanese, 13th century) depicting the ascension of Christ. In the interior, attention is drawn to the Romanesque font, the organ of the 16th century and the altar, under which the relics of St. Fridian, Bishop of Lucca (d. 588).
- Church of San Frediano
- Via degli Angeli, 19
Via Fillungo goes to piazza dell'Anfiteatro (piazza del Anfitheatro). The Roman amphitheater is long gone - it was dismantled back in the Middle Ages, however, the building of the square exactly repeats the arena's plan.
Palazzo Muncie
From the church of San Frediano to via San Giorgio (via San Giorgio) you can go to the intersection c via Galli Tassi(via Galli-Tassi), where it stands palazzo Muncie (Palazzo mansi, XVI century). Currently, the building is occupied by ( Pinacoteca Nazionale), where there are works by Tintoretto and Luca Giordano, in addition, you can inspect the chambers of the palazzo, where the furnishings of the 17th century have been preserved.
- Palazzo Muncie
- National art gallery
- Via Galli Tassi, 43
- daily 09.00–19.00, Sun, holidays until 14.00,
- Jan 1, May 1 and Dec 25, Mon closed
Lucca Map:
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What museums are worth visiting
The great Italian opera composer was born in Lucca Giacomo Puccini... Visit the House-Museum of the composer and learn about the stages of his life and work, see family portraits, letters and notes of the composer, as well as the famous Steiway piano, on which the masterpiece was created Turandot... (1926). Address: Piazza San Michele. The entrance ticket costs 7 euros. Schedule:
Pinakothek Palazzo Muncie- for art lovers. Here are mainly canvases of the 19th century. You can also enjoy the works Tintoretto, Titian, Ghirlandaio, Veronese and Domenichino... Address: Via Galli Tassi, 43 (on the map)... The cost of the entrance ticket is 4 euros. Schedule:
Working days: from 8.30 to 19.30
Weekends and Mondays: closed
Villa Guinigi National Museum(on via della Quarquonia). Among the many exhibits of different eras, they stand out especially Painted cross Berlingiero Berlingieri, SorrowMatteo Civitali, Ecstasy of St. Catherine of Siena work Pompeo Batoni, Madonna of Mercy Florentine artist Fra Bartolomeo... Schedule:
Tuesday - Saturday: 8.30 am to 7.30 pm
In July and August, also open on Sundays from 8.30 am to 1.30 pm
Day off - Monday
Image gallery - Villa Guinigi:
Media world- Via delle Cornacchie 960, Località Le Catena 55100 Lucca What elseTake the opportunity to cycle along the city wall. There is a lake just a few kilometers from the city. Lago di massaciuccoli... Take a boat trip and enjoy the magnificent panorama. Routes in the reserve have been developed for naturalists igliarino, San Rossore and Massaciuccoli. Restaurants and pizzerias in Lucca - editor's choiceOsteria del "Vecchio Pazzo" - Via di Matraia, San Pancrazio - 55100 Lucca Tel 0583-579131 How to get to the city of LuccaBy plane - closest airports: Pisa airport "G. Galilei" By bus: Lucca Bus Station is located on Piazzale Verdi in the historic city center. By train: Lucca train station is located behind the fortress wall near the S. Pietro gate in the square Piazza ricasoli. From Florence: railway S. Maria Novella station
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This wooden crucifix was carved from Lebanese cedar by the gospel Nicodemus. Nicodemus was a member of the Sanhedrin and a secret disciple of Christ. together with Joseph of Arimathea, Nicodemus removed the body of Jesus from the Cross. When Nicodemus decided to make an image of the crucified Christ, he faced a difficulty: he could not reproduce the features of Jesus' face. however, the Lik appeared miraculously thanks to angelic help, as stated in some versions of the legend. The crucifix is the main relic of Lucca.
I liked to look at the faces of the people accompanying the Holy Face, here each participant is carefully written out and with his own individual character. True, for this I had to sacrifice a coin to turn on the lighting in the dark chapel.
The most shocking interior detail is Saint Zita. The mummified saint looks very creepy, just like. I will quote the wiki
Zita was born in 1212 in the village of Monsagrati, near the city of Lucca, Tuscany region. At the age of 12, she began serving in the Fatinelli family home. For a long time, employers overloaded the girl with work, often beat her. However, the continuous bad attitude towards Zita did not deprive her of her inner peace and tranquility. Zita endured the bullying humbly, which, in the end, softened the attitude of the owners and colleagues towards her [colleagues, Giuseppe! who wrote this article?] for work. Zita's constant piety and patience led the Fatinelli family to Christian conversion. Zita considered her work to be a calling from God and an element of personal repentance.
After her death, members of this family began to venerate Zita as a saint. In 1580 her body was exhumed and it turned out that the relics of Saint Zita are incorruptible. They were transferred to the Basilica of St. Fredian in the city of Lucca, where they are currently kept.
All three famous churches of Lucca impressed me, the best part is that they are located within a five-minute walk from each other, so even with a shortage of time, it is quite possible to see them in one sitting.
40. Amphitheater Square
In ancient times, Lucca was a wealthy city and could afford an arena for gladiatorial battles for ten thousand spectators. Over time, the Lucca Amphitheater was destroyed and built up with buildings. Now his arena rests at a depth of three meters under the square. But in the 19th century, the authorities decided to build a square on this place, repeating in its shape the Roman arena. This is how the picturesque and unusual with its oval shape Piazza dell "Anfiteatro" appeared.
As always, I am beautiful, but since I accompanied my friend home in the morning, I had to capture myself in a mirrored window.
Lucca is a moderately tourist city, and I found the largest concentration of my fellows, just in the Amphitheater square. There is also the largest concentration of black brothers, traders of all sorts of nonsense.
On the outer side of the Amphitheater square, in some places the remains of the upper tiers of the antique arena have been preserved.
Lucca has become just a balm for my soul, weary of the trip. No, really, how, apart from many interesting sights, there is a very pleasant atmosphere, a comfortable and prosperous city.
31. Guinigi Tower
In the Middle Ages, a whole "forest" of tall residential towers rose over Lucca. They were built to decorate the city and demonstrate the wealth of the owner of the household. Now a similar landscape with towers can be seen, but in Lucca, in fact, only one tower survived. The tower was built by the Guinigi family, who actually ruled Lucca at the turn of the 14th and 15th centuries. She left behind a rich residence with a 45-meter tower. It all ended with the fact that the last descendant of the Guinigi clan transferred the tower to the ownership of the city.
The Guinigi were inventive builders: they decorated their tower with a hat of living green trees. On the upper platform of the tower, boxes with earth are embedded, in which seven stone oaks grow. And from the top of the tower - just under the canopy of these very oak trees - an excellent view of the entire city opens up.
I decided that I must definitely climb the Guinigi Tower, since the entrance there is quite inexpensive, three or four euros. While he was getting up, he looked into the windows of the houses of the Luccians (or what would be the right thing for a citizen of Lucca?).
Clock Tower and Bell Tower of San Frediano.
Amphitheater Square.
The clock tower is a little closer.
Those very famous oaks on the roof of the tower. This is the first time I've seen this!
Duomo Lucca.
Courtyards, it's amazing that there is so much greenery.
By and large, I have already walked around the main attractions of Lucca, but decided to take a little more walk around the city I liked.
The first column in Italy dedicated to the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary. in honor of the adoption in the 19th century of the corresponding dogma. But in Lucca it appeared as much as 200 years earlier, when the Immaculate Conception had not yet become an official dogma.
Another fountain with the purest drinking water. Then I just ran out of drinking, I stood in line for the seniors and also filled a bottle of local mineral water. The water tastes very good!
Gothic San Francesco of the 15th century.
It is not only a church, but also a monastery. I entered the open gate and walked a little around the monastery courtyards.
Rear facade of the church of the Franciscan monastery.
Behind the monastery is a vast square. There were no more tourists here, but the locals, it seems, do not get to this area.
I again got to the city wall, only this time in the opposite part from the station in the north of the city. Let me remind you that Lucca is one of the four cities in Italy, where the wall surrounding the city has completely survived. However, it doesn't look like a wall, but rather a boulevard.
A traditional cat, without which a normal report cannot be made.
And once again I emphasize that Lucca is charming and lovely even off the tourist routes.
I have not shown even half of the churches in Lucca. It is simply unrealistic to get around them all in half a day. At every turn there are masterpieces like this 12th century Chiesa di Santa Maria Forisportam. The church is interesting because a sundial is installed inside, made on the principle of a camera obscura. A small hole is punched in the wall, and at noon a ray of sun points to a specific spot on the floor of the church.
Memorial plaque in honor of the blessed Gemma Galgani.
In 1899, when she was 20, Gemma developed stigmata. She stated that she began to receive private revelations from the Virgin Mary, the guardian angel and other saints. At the request of her spiritual father, Gemma prayed for the end of these visions and the stigmata disappeared.
Living in poverty, Gemma became widely known for her holy life in the city of Lucca, but she did not find support for her spiritual life, meeting neglect and negative attitude towards her visions among her family and the church hierarchy. In early 1903, Gemma fell ill with tuberculosis. During her short but fatal illness, she received various extraordinary mystical phenomena. At the beginning of Holy Week, her health deteriorated sharply and she died during Good Friday, April 11, 1903.
After Gemma's death, her spiritual father, who kept secret all her mystical experiences, wrote a detailed biography, publishing Gemma's personal diary and letters. After the publication of Gemma's writings, the church authorities recognized the authenticity of her mystical life.
My walk in Lucca was not very long and took about three hours. The city is very compact, so this time was enough for me to get around the main attractions. All in all, Lucca is a great option for a half-day trip from Florence.
Lucca (Italy) - the most detailed information about the city with a photo. The main attractions of Lucca with descriptions, guides and maps.
Lucca city (Italy)
Lucca is a city in Western Italy in the Tuscany region. Located on a plain in the Serkio Valley in the northwestern part of the region. Lucca is a small charming city of merchants and weavers, famous for its historical and cultural monuments, a well-preserved historical center and almost intact city walls of the 16th century. The climate is Mediterranean with dry and hot summers and cool rainy winters.
Practical information
- Population - 89.4 thousand people.
- The area is 185.8 square kilometers.
- Language - Italian.
- Currency - Euro.
- Visa - Schengen.
- Time - Central European UTC +1, in summer +2.
- The main shopping street, Via Fillungo, crosses the historic center from north to south. Here you can find various Italian designer shops such as: Missoni, Armani, Max Maria, etc.
- Only in Lucca you can taste special sweet bread in the form of a small baguette or bun with anise and raisin aroma. It's called Buccellato.
- Most local restaurants and many shops may be closed from 13:00 to 17:00.
- Bars and other similar establishments can be found in the areas of San Colombano, San Michele.
- You can drink tap water in Lucca.
History
The settlement was founded by the Romans in the 2nd century BC. Although there is evidence that the Etruscans lived here before the arrival of the Romans. Interestingly, the layout of the old town and some streets has remained virtually unchanged.
In the Middle Ages, Lucca played an important role in trade, as the routes from Rome, Florence, Parma and Pisa converged here. In the 8th century, the residence of the Lombard princes was located here. After the collapse of the Carolingian empire, Lucca was the seat of the rulers of Tuscany until they moved to Florence in the 12th century.
In the late Middle Ages, the city did not lose its significance. Lucca grew rich thanks to trade (especially the sale of silk) and artisans (weavers). In the 15th century, the city ceded the regional palm to Florence. At the beginning of the 19th century, during the Napoleonic Wars, Lucca became part of the principality that belonged to Bonaparte's sister Eliza. After the defeat of Napoleon and the Congress of Vienna, the duchy of the same name was formed, which in the middle of the 19th century became part of Tuscany.
How to get there
The nearest airport is in Pisa, just 20 minutes by train. At the same time, there are no direct trains from the airport. You must first get to Pisa, and then to the Lucca train station. Trains run every 30 minutes. Tickets cost just over 3 euros. Lucca is also on the Viareggio-Florence (Santa Maria Novella) line. Trains from the capital of Tuscany run every hour. Tickets cost 7 euros.
sights
The most important sights of Lucca.
Lucca's old town is very charming and interesting. Its main highlight is the chain of city walls, which is 4 km long. The fortifications of the city had 11 towers and 6 gates. The walls are 12 meters high and up to 30 meters thick at the base. They were built by Flemish engineers in the 15th and 16th centuries.
Cathedral of St. Martina is a masterpiece of the Romanesque style. It was built in the 13th century on the site of an earlier church. The cathedral stands out for its beautiful columns and rich interior, to which many famous masters "put" their hands on. To the right is a massive 69 meter high bell tower made of light travertine and brick. Inside the cathedral on the right is the famous stone sculpture of St. Martin and the Beggar, dating from the early 13th century. It is considered one of the finest examples of the Romanesque style in Lucca. Also in the interior stand out: the Civitali pulpit of the 15th century, paintings by Ghirlandaio, sculpture of John the Evangelist by Jacopo della Quercia and stained glass windows. In the left transept is the early 18th century tomb of Ilaria del Carretto and one of the main treasures of the cathedral - Volto Santo, the image of Christ on the Cross.
On the north side of the cathedral is the Anthelminelli Piazza and the neoclassical fountain designed by Lorenzo Nottolini. The fountain is the end point of a monumental aqueduct from the hills of Lucca. The cathedral square also offers views of the palace and garden. Next to the palace is the church of Saints Giovanni and Reparata and the baptistery.
Guinigi Tower is one of the symbols of Lucca, a tall tower in the heart of the old city with oak trees growing at its top. The tower is 44 meters high and can be climbed. The tower is part of two palaces built in the 15th century. Now they house a national museum.
Church of st. Michael is the most beautiful church of the 13th century with a marble facade, columns and an elegant bell tower. The interior of the church has retained its Romanesque character and contains many valuable works of art. Along the perimeter of the square of the same name, there are ancient buildings made of stone and brick, and among them in the southwest stands out the Prestorian palace of the Renaissance.
Not far from the church there is a large square dedicated to Napoleon, where the Palazzo Ducale stands - the residence of the rulers from the time of Castruccio. To the southwest is the Church of San Romano, built by the Dominicans in the 13th century. In the northeastern part of the square is the small church of San Giusto, built in the 12th century. In general, Lucca is rich in ancient sacred buildings.
San Frediano San Frediano is a beautiful 12th century basilica. Built on the site of an early 6th century church. The religious building is notable for its beautiful interior and architecture, which combine several architectural styles at once.
Not far from San Frediano is the ancient square of the Roman Amphitheater. This strange oval space is surrounded by multi-story buildings and was once the interior space of a Roman arena. Interestingly, the buildings follow the contour of its massive stone walls and are built on their foundations. The amphitheater was built in the second century BC and was largely destroyed during the barbarian invasions. Now its fragments lie several meters below street level.
sights
Guide
Lucca is a large city in the Tuscany region, the center of the province of the same name. Located on a small hill on the banks of the Serkio River. According to the latest census, about 86 thousand inhabitants live in Lucca.
Lucca was founded by the Ligurian tribes in the center of the alluvial plain of the Serchio River - hence the name of the city, which means "swampy" in the local dialect. In 180 BC. The Romans, who became the masters of the city, re-planned it at their discretion, laying the perpendicular streets of Cardo Maximus and Decumanus Maximus - these streets have survived in their outlines to this day, only today they are called Via Fillungo and Via Chenami. The ancient Roman forum has also survived - in its place today is the Piazza San Michele square.
During the Middle Ages, Lucca remained an important city, as the roads to Rome, Parma, Florence and Pisa passed through it, as well as the main transport artery of Italy at that time - Via Francigena. Despite constant conflicts with neighboring city-states, Lucca flourished through banking and the production and sale of silk. The peak of its prosperity came in the 14th century, when Castruccio Castracani ruled in the city, but in the next century Lucca lost its status as the most important city of Tuscany, giving it to Florence. True, until the onset of the Napoleonic era (the end of the 18th century), the city retained a republican structure, and for a long time was considered the second largest Italian city with this form of government (after Venice). In 1847, Lucca was annexed to the Grand Duchy of Tuscany, and later shared the fate of other cities of the Apennine Peninsula, becoming part of a unified Italy.
Lucca is one of the most beautiful medieval cities in Tuscany. Here, the ancient fortress walls have been completely preserved, from the top of which a charming view of the surrounding plains opens up - in the spring these fields are painted in bright and rich colors, which gives Lucca a romantic flair.
Of the religious buildings, first of all, it is worth visiting the Cathedral of San Martino, located on the square of the same name - it was founded in the 6th century and acquired its present appearance in the Middle Ages. Inside are works by Tintoretto, Ghirlandaio and Civitali. Next to the cathedral is a 14th century baptistery, a 12th century church of San Giovanni and a monument to Maria Luisa of Bourbon. Many small churches with lush sculptural decoration and high square bell towers have survived from the "golden age" of Lucca - the 14th century (Trecento). Their Gothic facades often hide older walls and layouts. Another interesting temple - the Basilica of San Frediano - is notable for the fact that it contains the relics of St. Zita. And opposite the basilica is the Piazza del Anfitheatre.
Lucca's landmark is the Guinigi Houses - two rows of brick buildings located on the street of the same name. It is here that the Torre Guinigi tower stands, on the upper platform of which oak trees grow, and behind the houses you can see the Church of Santa Maria Forisportam, which attracts attention with its marble facade.
The highlight of Lucca is its ancient luxurious palaces and villas, of which there are incredibly many in the city. For example, the 17th-century Palazzo Mansi features lush interiors and, in particular, a carved Baroque alcove. Today, it houses the National Museum with a large collection of paintings from the Renaissance to the 19th century. Palazzo Ducale, the creation of the great Ammannati, was built on the site of the Castruccio Castracani fortress, and Palazzo Pretorio was built in the 15th century according to the design of Civitali. Also worth seeing are Palazzo Bernardini, Palazzo Pfanner, Villa Guinigi with archaeological and art museums and Villa Garzoni, famous for its park with a pond. Finally, the city has two museums dedicated to its great natives, the composers Giacomo Puccini and Luigi Boccherini.
And in the vicinity of Lucca, you can go hiking in the Apuan Alps with a must visit the Oak of the Witches, which is more than 800 years old!
Lucca is renowned for being home to one of the best antique markets in Italy, with hundreds of silver jewelery, bijouterie, bronzes, antique carpets, furniture, books and much more. You can find all these "treasures" every third weekend in almost all squares of the city. In addition, shopping lovers will love the walk along Via Fillungo, along which boutiques of famous Italian brands are located.
Lucca is also rich in various festivals: in July there is a festival of pop and rock music, in August - the Puccini Festival, in September - a medieval festival and fair on the city walls, and in late October-early November - a festival of comedians.
