The world of marble is not just about extraction and craftsmanship—it is the story of a land and its people, whose identity has long been intertwined with this ancient stone.Carrara marble, known to the Romans as Luna marble or marmor lunense, is a prized white or blue-grey marble used for centuries in sculpture and architectural decoration. It has been quarried since Roman times in the rugged mountains above Carrara, in the province of Massa and Carrara.The quarries are vast, open-air scars on

Explore the scenic Italian Riviera on our Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence! Visit the 4 fishing villages of this coastal national park overlooking the Ligurian Sea: Riomaggiore, Vernazza, Monterosso, Manarola. Enjoy its food, wine and charm!