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Montecatini-Terme is a city in Tuscany, a region of Italy that is situated on the country's west coast, on the Tyrrhenian Sea. As the largest and most famous of Tuscany's thermal spas, Montecatini-Terme is a lovely town that was built around its mineral water springs. Spring water is considered to be of benefit to people with stomach or liver ailments; however, everyone can enjoy the old time grandeur of the town, strolls in the beautiful park, and relaxing spa treatments in the various hotels. The Tettuccio Terme, located on the main street of Montecatini-Terme, is the city's most famous spa. ...
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The many boutiques located in the town-centre offer a wide assortment of Italian fashion and goods. The Grocco Market and the Montecatini Alto in the upper town have interesting souvenirs that will remind you of your wonderful holiday. You will want to take the funicular, an 1898 cable car, to Montecatini Alto, an historic part of the town with a spectacular view and a typical square packed with inviting restaurants. You will not want to miss the opportunity to taste the "Cialde", the Montecatini-Terme biscuit, made with almonds and sugar between two thin wafers. These biscuits, about the size of a very small pancake, will remind you of the very best quality ice cream wafers.
Nearby destinations include the art-cities, easily reachable by bus or train, and the quiet medieval towns and villas around Montecatini-Terme, best reached by car. It is about a 30-minute train ride to Lucca, or an hour to Pisa and Florence. A lime cave, Grotto of Monsummano, with hot rooms and a steaming lake, both rumoured to cure all who enter is an interesting destination for those who enjoy spa-treatments.
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The currency used in Montecatini-Terme is the Euro.
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The temperatures in Montecatini-Terme, Italy range from 1°C in the winter to 28°C in the summer.
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The voltage used is 230V.
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The language used in Montecatino-Terme is Italian.
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The time zone in Montecatini-Terme Italy is GMT (UTC) +1.
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Documents required to visit Montecatini-Terme
Canadian Citizens please click here
Non-Canadian citizens please contact the consulate or embassy for information.
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