The Scarlino castle was erected as a defence mechanism against invaders from the sea. It was first controlled by the town of Pisa, before the Aldobrandeschi and the Appiani families took it over in the 15th century. This part of Tuscany is full of history, characterised by scarce roads and picturesque hills overlooking the Tyrrhenian … Continue reading The castle and museums of Scarlino: from the Bronze Age to Medieval archaeology – WATCH VIDEO