I had seen the advertising in the streets and at train stations but paid no real attention to dates. This is Lucca comics and games – the biggest European festival of comics, games, animation etc and it is on in Lucca yearly, and it is on now.
So, a problem. Today we are meant to head to Lucca via a long walk through the hills. But, unless i want to spend something nearing a month’s mortgage on a one night stay, no beds to be found in Lucca.
Review of plan. Train from Pietrasanta goes through to Pisa, and though no bargains to be had (it is less than 30 mins on the train from Lucca) a bed can be found without breaking the bank. So, no long walk. Pisa it is. Admittedly the length of the walk including long sections on road that would be busier on the weekend wasn’t super appealing.
I love Pisa. I love the tower and the whole Piazza dei Miracoli. The cathedral is extraordinary. Previously I have been to Italy three times and I have been to Pisa three times. The last time was almost four years ago, when during a prolonged stay in Florence we did a day trip, on our 20th anniversary. We went up the tower, which is fabulous, giving an amazing view of the cathedral. A very memorable day.
This time, a quick trip on the train, drop our bags at the hotel, and on our way for more sightseeing.
Wandered the streets, visited the botanic gardens, and finally the tower. We didn’t go up this time and the crowds were a lot bigger than the previous visits (all in winter)……..
…but it was still great.
Buonanotte.
Richo and DC 