Province of Pistoia
Province of Pistoia, Province in Tuscany, Italy
Description
The Province of Pistoia covers approximately 1000 square kilometers in northern Tuscany between Florence and Lucca, encompassing around twenty municipalities. The territory ranges from mountainous areas to flat plains along the Ombrone river, connected by road networks.
History
The Italian government created this province in 1927 during administrative reforms, separating territories from surrounding regions. This reorganization shaped the current provincial boundaries.
Culture
The towns here are known for their wood furniture workshops, especially in Quarrata, and flower farms around Pescia. These craft traditions shape the local economy and identity.
Practical
The region blends mountain areas with skiing facilities around Abetone and farmland along the Ombrone river. Visitors can move easily between different areas by car.
Did you know?
The province is home to Montecatini Terme, a spa town where mineral and salt-rich thermal waters emerge from underground springs at varying temperatures. These natural sources have attracted visitors seeking wellness for many generations.
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Ponte sospeso di San Marcello Piteglio
18 km
Villa Medici
17.1 km
Corno alle Scale
21.9 km
Parco di Pinocchio
21.5 km
Pistoia Cathedral
100 m
Pulpit of Sant' Andrea, Pistoia
310 m
Oak of the Witches
22.7 km
Birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci
15 km
Villa Garzoni
21.4 km
Ospedale del Ceppo
229 m
Zoo di Pistoia
4.1 km
Passo della Croce Arcana
24.8 km
Terme Tettuccio
12.3 km
Basilica of Our Lady of Humility
210 m
San Giovanni Fuoricivitas
148 m
Alpe Tre Potenze
30.6 km
San Giovanni in Corte Baptistery
42 m
Libro Aperto
29.8 km
Villa La Magia
10.1 kmArea naturale protetta di interesse locale Cascine di Tavola
15.7 km
Orrido di Botri
29.1 km
Church of Sant' Andrea
310 m
Fattoria di Celle
5.4 km
Villa Rospigliosi
12.4 km
Monte Gomito
30.7 km
Acquerino reserve
11.4 km
San Bartolomeo in Pantano
306 m
Campanile del duomo di Pistoia
69 m
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