A top a beautiful Tuscan hill, overshadowed in fame by the world-renowned city of Florence, lies a hidden treasure that is often overlooked by the casual tourist: the enchanting town of Fiesole. Fiesole may not be as globally recognized as its illustrious neighbor, but it is a place of profound beauty, rich history, and cultural significance that offers a unique and captivating experience to those who venture off the beaten path and decide to discover it.

Its history, for instance, is as old as it is fascinating: the town was a significant center of Etruscan civilization before the Romans established their rule, and the vestiges of this ancient past are still visible today in the town’s archaeological area, where one can explore the Etruscan walls, the Roman baths, and the Roman amphitheater.