The Chianti Area extends over the provinces of Florence and Siena, two of the most famous provinces of Tuscany region, in Italy. The Chianti Area is considered the most beautiful in the world and attracts thousands of International tourists annually. Hill top villages, medieval towns, stone farmhouses, imposing castles and churches, sprawling villas and endless stretches of vineyards present a breathtaking landscape to the tourists. The Chianti Area is world famous for its wine and wine culture, the vineyards that cover the gentle slopes of the hills dominate the landscape, changing its colour in tune with the grape season - green at times, purple, red or yellow at times.Castellina, Radda, Greve, Gaiole and Panzano are some beautiful townships in the Chianti Area.
These places have some of the most panoramic views in all of Tuscany – ancient walled townships, historic monuments, olive groves and vineyards, winding roads dot the area.The triangular shaped piazza with its ancient castles, the Church of Santa Croce with precious art work by Bicci di Lorenzo and medieval walled villages can be seen in Greve Township. Close to the town of Greve lies the town of Panzano with some churches dating back to the 13th century. The Castle of Panzano, the Church of Santa Maria and the Pieve di San Leolino dating back to the year 982, are well worth a visit. Panzano has many restaurants and wine bars that offer wine tasting. Castellina Township in the Chianti Area dates back to the Etruscan era. Tourists can see the Etruscan tombs of Montecalvario; the impressive Rocca Castle that towers over the city; the Via Della Volte, which is an underground tunnel around the city and the famous Church of St. Salvatore. Radda is another beautiful town in Chianti.
Tourists can walk through numerous streets lined with historic buildings and churches. The main square in this town is surrounded by the intriguing Palazzo del Podestà, the Romanesque Church of St. Niccolò and the medieval Franciscan Cloister of St. Maria. The Castle of Volpaia, which is located near the town of Radda, built of sandstone and has a distinct colour, is well worth a visit. The Castle of Meleto , the Pieve of Spaltenna and the Castle of Vertine, found in the township of Gaiole, date back to the Middle ages. This town also has many wineries where wine tasting is popular.The Chianti Area with its enchanting landscape and historic monuments also has a splendid range of Tuscany vacation rentals to offer.
Luxury villas rental in Chianti cater to all the needs of international tourists. The Tuscan Villa and Apartment rentals are air conditioned and have spacious well furnished rooms. Villa Casciani, Wine Barrel house, Apartment Nanna, Rabbits Apartment, Annies Farmhouse, Villa Cavalli, Apartment La Corte, Villa Alexandra and Villa Chianti are some Tuscan vacation rentals in Chianti. Chianti luxury villas are ideal for special vacations and private weddings. Most of these villas are situated in sprawling estates with swimming pools, terraced area for outdoor dining and barbeques in addition to the usual facilities like maid and laundry service, cooks, baby sitters and event managers. While renting Tuscan villas and apartments in Chianti, tourists can rest assured of the fabulous view that every window opens out to.