Italian Hours Chapter 20 - Other Tuscan Cities Part 2

In which the author recounts a sojourn to the ancient Tuscan city of Volterra, observing its rugged hillside perch, the enduring Etruscan gates, and the invigorating atmosphere that lends a breath of history to every moment spent within its walls. Following this, he reflects on subsequent visits to various Tuscan towns—including the lively and storied San Gimignano—where the mingling of past and present, rustic charm, and the touch of modern life provide a rich tapestry of impressions imbued with gentle melancholy and attentive curiosity.