Aristocratic town in the east of Lunigiana. After the domain of the Malaspina it became part of the Florentine Republic. To visit: the ancient Medici walls, the historical centre with its main square and Medici fountain, the Oratory of S. Carlo (seventeenth century), fine example of baroque architecture, Church of Saints Jacopo and Antonio (fourteenth century): medieval font representing the religious symbol of the Cavalieri del Tau, the Convent of S. Agostino (fourteenth century); Convent of Carmine. In the outskirts: castle and hamlet of Verrucola; Frignoli Botanical Garden (for information contact 0585 949688); Parish Church of S. Paolo: Parish Church of Vendaso (dating from the eighth to the twelfth century); Gragnola and the Castle of the Aquila; Arlia and its ancient mill (for information contact +39 0187 422598).
Equi Terme, ancient hamlet set in front of the Apuane Alps. To visit: Caves of Equi (for information contact 0585 942122), speleological tour, thermal baths (for information contact 0585 949300) with beneficial sulphureous springs; Natural Regional Park of the Apuane Alps (meeting point 0585 97544). Cross over Equi and you will arrive at the ancient route that leads to the Marble Quarries. In the outskirts: Vinca renowned for its famous bread.

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