Volterra

Volterra is a small Tuscan city, located in the province of Pisa, at 556 m of elevation, and on the sandstone spur that separates the Era and Cecina river valleys. The sandy terrain is incised by calanchi, areas of rapid erosion. The Balze (cliffs) to one side of Volterra are a spectacular example of calanchi. Isolated, and yet strategically situated, this city with ancient roots has always managed to maintain its unique qualities-the different traditions of Tuscany are found here. Principal economic resources are the artistic working of alabaster, which has ancient origins, gold craftsmanship, and tourism.

History

Volterra has a rich past marked by different civilization, from etruscan to the roman one, from medioeval to the rinascimental one, visible not only in the ancient monuments, but also in the different museums that will satisfy your desire to know. Etruscan are also the walls, the Arch, the only one and the numerous and precious archeological founds in Museo Etrusco Guarnacci, one of the oldest museum in Europe, where are Ombra della Sera, which has a unique outline and the wonderfull jewels.