Pistoia

Pistoia is a city in Tuscany, in central Italy, set on a plain at the foot of the Apennines between Florence and Lucca. Its historic centre is known for Romanesque churches, a lively piazza and a long tradition of plant nurseries in the surrounding countryside. Property here ranges from apartments in the old town to villas and farmhouses in the hills, appealing to buyers seeking a quieter Tuscan base with good rail links.