Buti Photo: Bootie

The picturesque town of Buti, lying on the Eastern slopes of Monte Pisano on the banks of the Rio Magno, according to some historians was founded in the era of Ancient Rome. Today in the municipality of Buti is comprised of three villages – directly Bootie, La Cascina Croce and, connected by a road that winds along the Rio Magno.

Despite the very modest size, the town boasts some interesting sights. For example, ancient Villa Medici, Castel tognini, standing over Bootie, Romanesque Church of San Francesco and the Church of Ascension, also known as Santa Maria delle nevi. To the last can be reached by road via dei Molini, on which once stood watermills.

Walk in Buti will lead visitors to the Teatro Francesco di Bartolo, named in honor of the first interpreter of the divine Comedy of Dante. The theatre was built in 1842 in accordance with the architectural trends of the time.

The local economy is heavily influenced by the unique geographical location Bootie, which is surrounded by the mountains of the Monti Pisani. It produces olive oil, gather chestnuts and produce various wooden things, which, in fact, is famous town. In the 19th century the inhabitants Bootie in huge quantities produced chests, wooden boxes and wicker baskets, and in the 20th century began to develop the production of accessories. Today, handicraft and agriculture still remain the leading sectors of the economy.

The presence of numerous clubs and entertainment venues, excellent recreational opportunities, interesting cultural events (primarily Palio di Sant'antonio in January) and a network of Hiking and Cycling trails in the surrounding forests make to Be the perfect place to relax in throughout the year.

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