Travels throughout the Tuscany region, known as the cradle of Italian language and culture. Visits the cities of Florence and Tuscany, exploring the history, culture, and antiquities of Italy. Reveals the influence of the House of Medici on Italian civilization and highlights the Greco-Roman art and medieval architecture found throughout the region. Tours the cities of Siena and Lucca, featuring their plazas, cathedrals, Gothic architecture, and Renaissance art. Also speaks to the rivalry that existed between Tuscany and Florence during the Middle Ages.