Explore the Chianti area in Tuscany

Attention all wine lovers! Have you not been around in the Chianti Area of Italy? Well, if not, then you are most probably missing a half of your life. The Chianti Area of Italy got its name from its native and most famous product, the Chianti wine. Chianti is Italy's most famous red wine and one of the world's most favorite. It is mainly produce in Chianti, which is located in the traditional region of Tuscany, Italy. Usually identified by its squat of bottle often enclosed in a strawberry basket, this wine, despite its richness in flavor, is relatively cheaper than the other Italian produced wines.

The Chianti wine area was first given its real description back in the early seventeenth century. It was described as the area near the villages of Gaiole, Castellina and Radda. Chianti is actually a big area subdivided into seven regions namely the Classico, Colli Aretini, Colli Florentini, Colline Pisane, Colli Senesi, Montalbano and Rufina.

Discovering Chianti becomes more fruitful when one does it through making a connection with nature. Chainti is basically a very rural area where transportation are yet to be civilized in the future years. Hiking and trekking are one of the most favorite past times when in Chianti. Chianti is most proud of its hilltop hamlets, its idyllic streams and a flora and fauna, found only in Chianti. Traditional dirt roads seem to take tourists back into the time when automotive cars were simply drawings. Traveling along these dirt roads excite tourists as they admire the rare harmony between castles and rustic farm houses. Very countryside, hopeless cowboys and cowgirls will find refuge in this place.

Also ideal for cyclists, there are many routes that are suitable for every cyclist's desire. There are mountain and racing bikes available for rentals. Panoramic riding paths are to be found everywhere in Chianti. For golf enthusiasts, the eighteen hole "Ugolino" golf club is accessible via Strada. The topography is perfect for horseback riding having been blessed with rolling hills and patches of woodland, all connected by a link of paths and country dirt roads. Traveling by car is also possible, even allowing tourists stop anytime they want to their place of interest. However, curvy roads, and steep downhills can be a problem.

The Chianti Festival is one of the much sought after events tourists look forward to seeing. It takes place every July where dance concerts and shows, theater plays and other means of entertainment are executed. Chianti Area's premier music academy, the "Accademia Musicale Chigiana" in Siena is the main organizer of the shows. The Chianti historical bicycle race called the "L' Eroica" pays tribute and always excites cyclists from all over the world.

On the other hand, Chianti is not all about being classical. Modern art facilities are available for viewing in the Chianti Sculpture Park. This is where the most diverse examples of modern art are to be found. Traditional art shows are held during September. Amongst these, Chianti is still also well known for its soothing thermal baths for relaxation and wellness purposes.

Visiting Chianti would surely spell fun and excitement among the family. If traveling in Italy, be sure not to miss this area.