The colorful poetry of Florence: Tuscany, Italy

Tuscany, the land Xu Zhimo called "Florence," is the cradle of the Italian Renaissance and a perfect blend of pastoral idyll and artistic inspiration. The capital, Florence, is like an open-air museum. The orange-red dome of the Florence Cathedral and Giotto's Campanile outline the skyline, while the Uffizi Gallery brings together the masterpieces of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. The Ponte Vecchio on the Arno River shimmers in the sunset with the light of goldsmiths' shops, as if time has frozen here. If you want to escape the hustle and bustle, drive into the Val d'Orcia, where rolling hills are dotted with cypress trees and golden wheat fields, like the filming location of the movie "Under the Tuscan Sun." The Cappella di Vitaleta here is isolated on a hill, and the double row of cypress trees outlines a winding country road. Every shot is like an oil painting. Tuscany's medieval towns are not to be missed: San Gimignano stands proudly on the skyline with its 14 stone towers. Climb to the top for a panoramic view of Tuscany's pastoral poetry. Pienza is based on Pope Pius II's ideal city, and the aroma of cheese permeates the Renaissance-style streets. Wine lovers must visit Montalcino, where the Brunello red wine is mellow and long, served with Florentine T-bone steak. Both the taste buds and the soul are immersed in the sunshine of Tuscany. Whether it is an art pilgrimage, a pastoral tour, or a taste of slow living, Tuscany can always use its color and poetry to allow travelers to find their own "paradise time."