Suvereto, a
splendid
medieval village whose
origins date back to before
the year 1000, is set on the
slopes of the hills
overlooking the sea and the
Costa degli Etruschi in the
green valley of the River
Cornia, and is a true jewel,
rich in history and art.
The town, which is the
proud holder of the Italian
Touring Club's Orange Flag
award, displays an
enchanting architectural
harmony and its ancient
walls enclose paved streets
lined with stone houses,
historical buildings,
impressive churches, and
shady cloisters. Thick cork,
chestnut and oak woods,
andMediterranean scrub
grow down to the sea.
The Wine Route winds its
way through countryside rich
with grapevines and
centuries-old olive trees.
The region is swarming with
agricultural enterprises, oil
mills, wineries, and farmholiday
resorts where you
can try local products and
traditional dishes.
Suvereto's old traditions live
on in ancient crafts passed
down from generation to
generation. Country trades
and handicrafts are
reminders of centuries of
hard work and dedication.
Charcoal burners, cork
workers, carpenters,
blacksmiths, straw weavers
and bakers, the rich
tradition of crafts continues
today, especially wrought
iron and wood work.
Wrought iron and other
local handicrafts can be
found in the welcoming
shops of the old town.
The fascinating "Artistic Doll
Museum" has an interesting
display of styles and
materials through the
centuries.
The town keeps its antique
traditions alive through
magical festivals inspired
by history and folklore that
are held throughout
the year, thanks to the mild
climate.
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