Lucca
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Surrounded by the intact Renaissance walls, the town of
Lucca can boast a well kept historical centre, where the medieval palaces
form a natural line along the main streets.
Worth a visit: the Cathedral and St. Michele's Church,
both in the Romanesque style of Pisa and St. Frediano's Church. |
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In the Cathedral, the famous masterpiece of Jacopo della Quercia can be
admired: the sarcophagus of Ilaria del Carretto, a marble sculpture
realised in such a fine manner that seems as if it were made of porcelain. |
| The Market Square, another fine example of the typical
architectural style of this town, was built in what was originally a Roman
Amphitheatre.
For antique lovers, the antique market takes place in St.
Martino's Square every last Sunday of the month. |
| How to reach Lucca: |
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by car. There are numerous car parks located outside the Walls and
in the historical centre one can easily get around on foot. |
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by train. Lucca Railway Station is in front of the Walls and one
can get into the historical centre through St. Pietro's Gate. |
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by organised bus tours. The 'APT' (Local Tourist Office) in Marina
di Massa will give you all the information you might require. |
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