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Could you recommend sites and monuments that tourists should visit in the town of Pisa.
For anyone who is on vacation in Pisa, the visit is required to Piazza dei Miracoli, where there is the wonderful LEANING TOWER, fortunately reopened to allow visitors to be able to see the inside and from the top you can enjoy the beautiful views over the city of Pisa and the surrounding areas.
In the square there are also the magnificent baptistery, and the CATHEDRAL where are deposited the remains of the patron of Pisa "SAN RANIERI".
Other sights not to be missed Pisan soni: THE MUSEUM OF ANCIENT SHIPS OF PISA but also the beauty of LUNGARNI Pisani.
1. THE LEANING TOWER
Emblem of the city of Pisa because of its characteristic slope, the Tower is the most famous monument in the Square of Miracles. Built between the twelfth and fourteenth century, the Tower hangs because the land sold in the early stages of construction and has remained so ever since. Although it may incutervi a feeling of fear, do not let influence: the vertical axis passing through its center of gravity falls into the cradle, so, unless you are not subverted the laws of physics, the tower will never fall. It is thought that the Tower was designed by Diotisalvi, which at the same time he was building the Baptistery. In fact, although there are many similarities between the two buildings, the controversy over the authorship of the project is still in progress. The Tower of Pisa has been proposed as one of the seven wonders of the modern world.
2. Baptistery of Pisa
And 'one of the other buildings that form the monumental complex of Piazza dei Miracoli. Its construction, begun in 1153, was designed by architect Diotisalvi, as evidenced by an inscription on a pillar inside, but many sculptures of the façade were made by Nicola Pisano and his son Giovanni. Always by Nicola Pisano pulpit that presents scenes from the life of Christ and those depicting the Virtues: all masterpieces that demonstrate how their creator has been one of the main precursors of the Renaissance. The outer dome covers only the inside turn of the pillars and probably the lack of money was the reason for which is made up of different materials (tiles and slabs of red lead) is attributed to the same reason the absence of frescoes on the ceiling, provided in the original project. The Baptistery of Pisa is the largest baptistery in Italy.
3. THE CATHEDRAL OF SANTA MARIA ASSUNTA
The Pisa Cathedral, dedicated to Santa Maria Assunta, is the most significant example of Romanesque Pisan. The architect Buscheto, mixing classic tradition with elements of Norman, Byzantine, early Christian and Arabic, has created an original style that anticipated the Florentine Renaissance. The Cathedral of Pisa is tangible evidence of the prestige that the Maritime Republic caught up in the moment of its maximum splendor. Its construction began in 1064, in conjunction with the reconstruction of the Basilica of San Marco in Venice, it is likely that between the two cities has led to a tacit competition on creating the most beautiful and magnificent place of worship. The current appearance of the cathedral is the result of continuous restoration followed one another over different eras. During the nineteenth century a number of sculptures have been replaced by copies and are now kept in the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo. Inside also the relics of the patron saint of Pisa, San Ranieri, who is celebrated each year on June 17 (June 16 with the Luminara along the Arno river and the fireworks, June 17 with the historic Regatta of San Ranieri).
4. THE MUSEUM OF ANCIENT SHIPS OF PISA
It 'an archaeological museum in the course of construction. In December 1998, on the occasion of the works for the construction of a railway junction, revealed traces of ancient boats, remains of a port city in a perfect state of preservation. The lack of oxygen and groundwater, in fact, avoided the deterioration of these findings. Up to a little 'time ago The yard had become a veritable museum with the aim of bringing even the "non-professionals working" in the activities of excavation and restoration: the area was also visited during work activities until to 26 July 2010. The visit led visitors in areas where large ships are restored and prepared for future exposure, while in the windows shows the findings that emerged from the most recent surveys.
5. The LUNGARNI OF PISA
Besides being famous for the Piazza dei Miracoli, Pisa is also known for its spectacular lungarni: the streets along the river Arno. The riversides are both important meeting points for young Pisan is interesting landmarks for tourists. Home to important buildings, dating back to the Middle Ages, which have been transformed, then, in the course of centuries. Although buildings, bridges, towers and churches today take a Renaissance look, the eye of tourists who will not escape the backbone of medieval imprint. Among the various banks of the Arno, the best known is that of the Medici which includes major historical buildings in the city, such as the Medici Palace, the Palazzo Toscanelli and the Church of San Matteo in Soarta. Here you will also find many pubs, restaurants and bars where you can spend pleasant evenings. Every 16 June, on the occasion of the celebrations of the patron saint, San Ranieri, the riversides are illuminated by many candles which highlight the contours of all buildings creating a play of light and colors.
Could you recommend less renowned places, in the town of Pisa and in its surroundings?
1. THE MONUMENTAL CEMETERY OF PISA,
no beauty that is usually overshadowed by the majesty of the Leaning Tower, seems to be a sacred place because the Crusaders brought here the holy land taken on Mount Golgotha, just outside Jerusalem. There are buried the most illustrious characters of Pisa and there are works of art from the Etruscan, and Roman and medieval times up to the masterpieces of the last century. Simple white marble walls guarding the tombs of the dead, the most prominent personalities were buried in the garden center or the Roman sarcophagi, while under the arches rested less prestigious personalities. When the cemetery has been restored in the nineteenth century, even the coffins were moved indoors, meaning that all burials are under the arcades. The intersection between the celebration of the history and reflection on death made the Cemetery one of the most visited monuments in the nineteenth century, until the bombing of the Second World War caused serious damage to the frescoes. In 1945 began the restoration work which, unfortunately, are still in progress.
2. THE CASE TOWERS
are other majesty of the beautiful city of Pisa. So do not limit yourself to visit the Piazza dei Miracoli, too often the point of arrival and the restart of the tourists coming to Pisa: walk instead, calmly, to the narrow, winding streets of the center, look at the skeleton mighty stone of CASE. Those wonderful "skyscrapers" that it was the tower-houses, still visible in large numbers, were built during the Middle Ages by the most powerful families of Pisa, for residential use: the need to continue to build within the city walls (for defensive reasons) and the inability to find land still free, caused a vertical development of the city, just like in the modern metropolis. Pisa tower-houses are all among the most exceptional, and perhaps even the original prototype: the strong downward pressure caused by the weight of the stone with which these buildings were made, necessitated the use of special arches, whose curvature was regular but pointed, so that the weight that each arch had to endure, as the tower grew in height, was being downloaded laterally along the ribs supporting the building. And here comes the fun part: the strange arcs terminating in a point that you can see along the Pisan tower-houses were built with ribs obtained from the "ribs" of ships (galleys) with which traders-Pisan crusaders sailed the seas for Damascus, Jaffa, Jerusalem. The houses-towers of Pisa in fact resemble a real ship in a sea of ??stone.
Which is the most suitable means of transport to travel in the town of Pisa and surrounding areas?.
1. PULLMAN
The best way to get around and well branched Pisa, is the urban transit service. Among the main lines, the LAM Rossa connects the train station to the Cathedral. For more information and for times times visit www. cpt. pisa. Subscriptions are also available combined Trenitalia, Jokes, Sita, ATAF, ATAM and ATL for a single discounted ticket for multiple types of movements. Are also active links to the Era, the area and the nearby towns of Pontedera (Calci - with its beautiful Certosa - and San Giuliano - with beautiful Terme). Active links also to the sea, Marina di Pisa and Tirrenia with suburban bus terminus that are in Livorno.
Buses Lazzi are ideal for those who want to combine visits with visits to Pisa or Lucca Versilia,
2. CAR PARKING or COACH
The city also offers several parking for both cars and coaches connected to the tourist sites
3. TOURIST TRAIN
A convenient train is also ready to allow you to discover the historic center of Pisa. The trains carrying about 60 people and are equipped with a sound system that allows you to listen to a guide that describes what you are admiring, and climb to the disabled.
Make a list of recommended restaurants, traditional trattorie, cake's shops and bars.
1. The Meloria Fried & Fish Via Domenico Ride 15 - Pisa is located in the city center (near Piazza Vettovaglie) and you can eat some good fried fish and the delicious spaghetti spending Vermant little.
2. Pizzeria LA LUPA greedy Viale Bonaini 113 - PISA (PI) -
Tel 050 21018 where you can eat a delicious pizza, but not only that, they also make excellent cut and a very good carbonara. It 's very close to Central Station, and above all very affordable and you eat WELL.
What are the origins of the town of Pisa.
The city was built near the confluence of the mouths of the rivers Arno, in a lagoon at the time. The origins of Pisa have been attributed to the Pelasgians in time, to the Greeks, the Etruscans and the Ligurians and remained uncertain until the eighties and nineties of the twentieth century, when an impressive array of archaeological finds (including the discovery in 2005 of a Villanovan necropolis, that Etruscan IX-VIII century BC.) allowed to say without doubt that Pisa was born and lived as Etruscan city, according to legend was Pelops, returning from the Trojan War, founded the city. The debate about the origins of the city dates back at least to the Roman historian Cato but, according to archaeological findings, it can be argued with certainty the existence of a maritime city and devoted to trade with the Greeks, the Phoenicians and the Gauls at least the mid-sixth century a. C. The other Latin authors attribute to Pisa is not a young age.
>Which is the most traditional food in Pisa? What are the traditional foods of Christmas, Easter and Carnival?.
However, today there are typically Pisan dishes like the "soup of white beans of San Michele", the "bavettine on the fish, " the "frog soup" and the "soup of Pisa. "
More than a dish of Pisa, there is the typical dessert par excellence, called the dialect Pisano CAKE CO 'pegs!!
If, in the Tuscan dialect the word dawg has a negative connotation, indicating a clever little person in the culinary field has a completely different meaning, and is indeed associated with a typical dessert of Pisa, to be enjoyed with a Vin Santo liqueur.
The cake consists of a sort of tart rice and cocoa enriched with pine nuts, raisins and candied fruit. Being a homemade sweet it is easier to buy it in a bakery in a pastry shop.
The cake with pegs comes from the countryside of Pisa, and more precisely from where Pontasserchio is prepared throughout the year, and especially during the month of April, on the occasion of the feast of the country.
Which main events and celebrations take place in Pisa? (for example a patron saint celebration).
The excellence of the month for June is PISANE PARTIES.
The Pisan June is a month full of historical re-enactments, festivals, concerts, carnivals and cultural events to celebrate the ancient traditions of the city of Pisa.
Do you know any old stories about Pisa or the personages who lived there?
Among the historical figures that have characterized the city of Pisa and of which even today some schools, monuments and streets bear their names are:
- Leonardo Fibonacci (Pisa wealthy merchant and representative of the merchants of the Republic of Pisa in the region of Bejaia in Kabylia (Algeria), spent some years in Pisa, where he studied the arithmetical procedures that Muslim scholars were spreading in the different regions of the Islamic world);
- Galileo Galilei (born in Pisa, February 15, 1564 was a physicist, philosopher, astronomer and mathematician Italian, father of modern science);
- Antonio Pacinotti (attended the institute in 1859 and archbishop St. Catherine took part in the War of Independence as a sergeant volunteer, more exactly was in Goito, peripheral point of the larger Battle of Solferino and San Martino. Was a pupil of Carlo Matteucci and graduated in mathematics in Pisa with Riccardo Felici);
- Giuseppe Mazzini (he was a patriot, politician, philosopher and journalist born in the Italian Ligurian Republic, attached by a few days at the First French Empire. His ideas and his political action contributed significantly to the birth of the unified Italian state, the sentences suffered in different courts of Italy, however, forced him into hiding until his death)
What is the best time to visit Pisa during the year? Why?
The best times to visit the city of Pisa are from April to September / October, as temperatures are milder and the proximity to the Tyrrhenian Sea means that anyone visiting Pisa can also enjoy a few days of sun and sea on the beaches of Marina di Pisa.