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Lake la Pania - Trout paradise

August 20, 2022August 20, 2022

Lake La Pania is located in Gallicano and is nicknamed the paradise of trout for the many fish

swimming in its waters.

The lake is surrounded by nature and is a beautiful destination to reach with the family to spend one

day immersed in nature.

The stretch of water is home to an incredible variety of flora and fauna that make it the ideal place

for sport fishing with friends.

The lake is equipped for lunch on the shore with picnic tables and a bar for guests of the lake.

The naturalistic setting is breathtaking made up of the nearby mountains, we are in a unique area,

nestled between the Apuan Alps and the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines, within the protected reason park.

The lake has its own opening hours and they also organize night fishing trips for most

adventurers.

Unfortunately, Lake La Pania was closed for most of the summer due to the deep water crisis

which has affected the entire country but from 20 August 2022 is ready to reopen its doors to all visitors e

fishermen!

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Gallicano - Lake La Pania

Gallicano is a small town in the Garfagnana, it is a very old town like the whole area

of Garfagnana and the first historical evidence dates back to around 700 in one

parchment attesting to the purchase of the territory by a bishop.

The town is in fact rich in historic churches including: the church of San Jacopo, the church of San

Giovanni Battisti, the church of Santa Maria, the church of San Andrea and the church of Santa Lucia.

Pietrasanta Events

Queen mania - The concert

August 19, 2022August 19, 2022

Queen mania is a tribute concert by the queen and in particular to Freddie Mercury,

eternal symbol of world music.

The concert will take place on 22 August 2022 from 9.30 pm at the Teatro Grande della Versiliana in

Pietrasanta.

The show aims to retrace the band's most famous good guys who despite being

after many years of their publications, they make those who listen to them dream.

The queen mania show is paid. Children under the age of 4 enter for free but, in

in case of numbered seats, they must be held in the arms of the parents.

Carers of people with intrusiveness in possession of a 100% invasion certificate

they can enter for free, otherwise the accompanying person will also have to pay for the ticket.

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The Queen - the concert

Queen is a British rock group formed in 1970, it is one of the most recognized bands in the world

and has sold 300 million declares worldwide.

Their songs are recognized by all and the hunger associated with them does not seem to stop.

They revolutionized not only music but also society by breaking all molds with

extravagant costumes and performances.

Freddie Mercury remains a strong example of how you shouldn't be afraid to show yourself

for what we are.

Forte dei marmi Events

St Hermes - Patron of Forte dei Marmi

August 19, 2022August 19, 2022

St Hermes is the patron saint of the town of Forte dei Marmi who is celebrated by organizing a

huge party all over the city.

The party takes place on August 28 with which the summer is now running out.

It starts with the celebrations from the early hours of the day with the opening of the large fair with

stands arriving from all over Italy and from all over Europe which continues until night hours.

The St Herman fair is one of the most famous in Italy for the variety of goods offered where they are

there are also outlets of major brands.

But the most anticipated event is in the evening where the most anticipated fireworks display will begin at

around 10pm of the summer in which extraordinary fireworks will be fired in the air and in the water

directly from the the pier of Forte dei Marmi.

The best place to watch the fireworks display is the beach where everyone is guaranteed access

even in the private bathrooms, to better enjoy the show it is advisable to go to the beach

well in advance to be able to secure the best seats.

The feast of Sant’Ermete is the most anticipated event of the summer in which both adults and children

can have fun.

It is recommended that littering on the beach is strictly prohibited.

If you are looking for an alternative view, it is advisable to observe the fireworks display from the

panoramic points of the hills above, in particular "the wall of Capriglia".

The saint - St Hermes

St Hermes was proclaimed a saint following his execution in Roman times for

having proclaimed himself a Christian along with his other disciples around 130 AD.

There were many works dedicated to his name and he is celebrated in many Italian cities

for his courage not to deny God even in the face of death.

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Pontecosi Lake - Garfagnana

August 16, 2022August 16, 2022

Pontecosi Lake is located in Garfagnana in the municipality of Pieve Fosciana in the province

of Lucca.

The lake has artificial origins created following the artificial damming of the Serchio river for

exploit hydroelectric energy.

The lake is shallow and not suitable for swimming, but it has a great faunal importance, welcoming

several animal species that populate the lake cyclically.

Several species of aquatic birds can be observed, even rare ones, but the masters of the lake are the

ducks.

The lake of Pontecosi has a crazy natural setting, it is surrounded by a dense forest with picnic areas

where be able to relax and take a break from the summer heat.

On the lake there are paths to explore the surrounding area and to observe the

lake from every angle.

On the surface of the lake there are aquatic plants that provide a home for the animals

living in the lake.

It offers a spectacle even in winter when the white snow envelops the shores of the lake.

Of particular beauty are the small footbridge of the devil built in the distant past

and the small church located on the shore of the lake.

La Garfagnana - Lake Pontecosi area

Garfagnana is located between the Apuan Alps and the Apennines in the province of Lucca.

It offers a great variety of landscapes ranging from the rocky walls of the Apuan Alps

to the splendid prairies on the lower side.

It has a large percentage of lakes all of artificial origin to exploit hydroelectric capacities.

In Garfagnana the protagonist is nature which with its uncontaminated woods offers home to many

animal species.

It is an area rich in history, the first settlements date back to Roman times.