From its first prototype in post-war Italy to a worldwide symbol of design and mobility, Vespa celebrates its 80th anniversary with events in Tuscany and beyond.
Viareggio’s Carnival, a Tuscan festival
The Carnival of Viareggio is the most spectacular Italian feast from 139 years. Viareggio’s Carnival is a tradition from 1873, when some wealthy burghers decided to dress up in protest against taxes. Rich young of the city was born the idea of a parade of coaches who immediately assumed the character of taunts, which aims to expose and exorcise the problems of society.
