Pisa town - The origins of
Pisa are uncertain: a number of theses exist supporting a
Ligurian or Greek origin, whereas it is certain that it was
an Etruscan settlement and later a Roman colony.
Pisa first belonged to the Longobard
kingdom and later to the Carolingian empire. Already an important
naval base in the Roman era, from the 11th century Pisa intensified
its Mediterranean trade, with numerous victories of its fleet
over Muslim cities and ships.
The Mediaeval Era coincided with the
height of its economic, political and artistic growth, to
which the urban planning of the old centre bears witness by
its many religious and civic buildings, its squares, its typical
narrow alleys that run perpendicular to the River Arno, the
great trade route that for centuries represented the economic
heart of the city.
The city walls, whose construction
began around 1154-1155, were completed in the mid-14th century
and today represent an important part of the architectural
heritage.
In 1406 Pisa was conquered for the
first time by Florence, thus beginning a long period of profound
crisis that ended only with the political ascent of the Medici
nobles. From the second half of the 16th century there was
a recovery characterized by the development of the University,
founded on the orders of Lorenzo II Magnifico at the end of
the 15th century.
Cosimo I de' Medici and his successors renovated the aspect
of the squares and churches, rendering Pisa the second capital
of Tuscany, until its annexation to the Kingdom of Italy in
1861.
Where is Pisa town: is located in the north of Pisa
province, on the border with the province of Livorno.
How to reach Pisa town: From the north or south with
the highway A12, exit Pisa north for Piazza dei Miracoli (where
the Leaning Tower is) or Pisa airport to reach the train station
or airport
Nearby: Visit Lucca, Livorno, Versilia (Forte dei
Marmi, Viareggio, Camaiore)
Distances: Lucca 20 Km - Florence 79 Km - Livorno
25 Km - Siena 110 Km - Grosseto 150 Km
Correct name is Pisa
Common mistakes are Pissa, Pysa, Pista, Piza
|
Pisa
town - Tuscany Italy
Pisa town 
