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Galileo's Pisa experiment

Stephen Hawking praises his legacy. Einstein called him the father of modern science. Galileo's impact was extensive and the town of Pisa reflects it.

The Tuscan city of Pisa is known the world over thanks to its distinctive landmark - the Leaning Tower. Discover more about the local events, the main attractions and the local food and drink of Galileo's town.

The Leaning Tower of Pisa

The Leaning Tower of Pisa is one of Italy’s most famous architectural landmarks. Visit around noon to hear its seven bells ringing out across the piazza to the delight of the tourist crowds, and take time to visit the adjoining Cathedral and Museums.

The Luminara of San Ranieri Festival, Pisa

The Luminara of San Ranieri or 'Festival of Enlightenment' is an atmospheric event that takes place in Pisa on 16th June when the city is candlelit. Come along and take part in the fairytale atmosphere of this event which takes place annually ...

Event in Tuscany: Pisa, Pisa Book Festival 2010

From 22 to 24 October Pisa hosts the literary event Pisa Book Festival.

Events in Tuscany: Pontedera, The Vespa and Cinema

The exhibition "La Vespa e il cinema" is open from 15 January 2011, dedicated to the legendary Vespa scooter and fans.

A Record-Breaking Tower!

The town of Volterra hosts the exhibition, The Alabaster Leaning Tower, until 31 December 2011. Dedicated to the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, the sculpture is designed to replicate the tower, and has become the largest sculpture in the world ...