Holidays in Lucca

An introduction to Lucca

Holidays in Lucca have an inescapable theme tune. Apart from its natural charm, this small town has a particularly musical claim to fame. In 1858 it became the birthplace of genius; Giacomo Puccini was born here and spent many of his most formative years in Lucca, playing in its winding streets, studying hard (probably excelling at music) and practising the formidable skills that would see him go on to create those masterpieces of Italian opera; La Boheme, Tosca and Madame Butterfly. So holidays in Lucca always have a certain music to them.

The 15th century house where Giacomo was born has been transformed into a museum with a fascinating collection of Puccini memorabilia; portraits of the composer, stage costumes and, most importantly, the piano at which he worked to create his masterpieces.

But holidays to Lucca are not solely about the composer. Your late deals to Lucca will take you to a town built by the Romans. The central square, the Piazza del Mercato, echoes the elliptical shape of the old Roman amphitheatre, the towns walls are some of the most complete in Europe and the 11th century Cathedral of San Martino is a work of art in tiered marble, designed in the splendidly robust Pisan-Romanesque style. And the medieval Torre del Guinigi is old and grand enough to have oak trees sprouting from its ramparts!

So last minute holidays in Lucca are a complete symphony of history, sight seeing, opera, great food and laid back relaxation.

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