I leave in a week for Italy via Dubai. My tour group of 14 will travel from Rome to Venice taking in the fabulous city of Florence, walking the Cinque Terre and visiting the best food producers Italy has to offer in Emilia Romagna before finishing with 3 days in my favourite Venice. To begin with though we get to experience the very special ‘Joust of the Saracen in Arezzo’ - This is an ancient game of chivalry which dates back to the Middle Ages . It originated as an exercise for military training. This tournament was regularly held in Arezzo between the 16th century and the end of the 17th century. Finally, the joust was restored in 1931 as a form of historical re-enactment set in the 14th century, and quickly acquired a competitive character. It is colourful, full of beautiful costumes and loud drumming and of course the competition.
Keep track of my blogs as we enjoy the Belissimma Italia tour During September.
