Little towns full of history and tradition, surrounded by woods of cork and chestnut and Mediterranean scrub.
Paths and trails lead through the countryside as far as Livorno.
Castelnuovo was originally an ancient Roman military stronghold.A small castle dating from the 13th century and
a lovely 7th century church are to be found in its medieval quarter.
Gabbro, often depicted in the paintings of Silvestro Lega, an artist of the Macchiaioli School, dates back to
Etruscan-Roman times and has some interesting sites.
As well as the 18th century church which houses paintings from the 15th century, there are some lovely manor houses and, along a path at the edge of the woods, a votive shrine and fountain dating back to the 17th century.
The view from the 19th century village of Nibbiaia, where terraces look out over green countryside and woods,
stretches as far as the sea.
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