Tuscany, anyone?
In my wanderings on eons, I've noticed that a lot of people dream of going to Tuscany. I never gave it much thought until I saw a couple new Earthwatch projects described - and got to see all the photos! Looks like I have to add it to my must-do list.
The first paragraph about our Fountains and Tabernacles of Tuscany project says:
"Under the Tuscan sun, on roads lined with grapevines and cypress trees, you will help find, map, record, and restore relics such as fountains and tabernacles. The area you will explore was home to the Etruscans, the region where the ancient Roman Empire grew, and, of course, the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance and all its wonders of art and science."
It looks and sounds so idyllic - and then to be able to help preserve some of the most beautiful and iconic reminders of a past civilization - not a bad way to spend your vacation! view link
And Tuscany's 11th century Castle of Catignano is just waiting to be rediscovered and documented. This one sounds like a very civilized way to be an archaeologist for 2 weeks - staying in an "Agriturismo" with a swimming pool and "a beautiful view overlooking the olive groves and vineyards of the Elsa valley." view link
And both projects have local cooks! Many people think international volunteering involves roughing it... well, you can if you want - but you can also enjoy the comfort and ambiance - and food and wine - of Tuscany, and still be doing important work!
I'd love to hear more about Tuscany - and see more photos - from folks who've been there.
Kathy, the Earthwatch webmaster
The first paragraph about our Fountains and Tabernacles of Tuscany project says:
"Under the Tuscan sun, on roads lined with grapevines and cypress trees, you will help find, map, record, and restore relics such as fountains and tabernacles. The area you will explore was home to the Etruscans, the region where the ancient Roman Empire grew, and, of course, the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance and all its wonders of art and science."
It looks and sounds so idyllic - and then to be able to help preserve some of the most beautiful and iconic reminders of a past civilization - not a bad way to spend your vacation! view link
And Tuscany's 11th century Castle of Catignano is just waiting to be rediscovered and documented. This one sounds like a very civilized way to be an archaeologist for 2 weeks - staying in an "Agriturismo" with a swimming pool and "a beautiful view overlooking the olive groves and vineyards of the Elsa valley." view link
And both projects have local cooks! Many people think international volunteering involves roughing it... well, you can if you want - but you can also enjoy the comfort and ambiance - and food and wine - of Tuscany, and still be doing important work!
I'd love to hear more about Tuscany - and see more photos - from folks who've been there.
Kathy, the Earthwatch webmaster
