Lucca
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Lucca is a city of some 90,000 people in Tuscany. Its long history goes back to Etruscan and Ancient Roman times, and the city retains pieces of Ancient architecture. Lucca's great era was in the Gothic era just before the Renaissance, and the city contains much marvelous architecture from that era. Lucca remained an independent city state until the end of the 18th century. Giacomo Puccini, one of italian worldwide known opera composers, was born in Lucca.
The area of most interest to visitors is still enclosed within the old city defensive wall. The top of these broad walls is a ring park, a pleasant place for walking.
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CouchSurfing in Lucca
At present, there are around 50 registered CouchSurfers in the city, and well over 300 listed for the region of Tuscany. All local members are welcome to join the group. Members in other nearby Tuscan towns and cities are also welcome to join, and particularly encouraged to organize events and build community on their own neighborhoods!
Also take a look to the map of Lucca: [1]
CouchSurfing Events & Meetings
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Useful informations to visit Lucca
Tourist & Information Offices
Getting there and getting around
- VaiBus - Bus Service
- Trenitalia - Trains in Italy (Schedules and prices in English)
Tips for Lucca from Locals
- Ask first before sitting in bars (sometimes the same food costs more if you sit)
- The historical center is small and you can easily walk around it or use a bicycle.
- The historical center is traffic limited, so pay attention. Park only inside the blue lines and pay the ticket. Don't park inside yellow lines because those are parkings reserved to citizens.
Local Festivals and Special Events
Hostels
- Youth Hostel Lucca - Via della Cavallerizza - Tel: +39 0583 496657 - Fax: +39 0583 461007 - Located inside the city walls.
