Tuscany

/ˈtʌskəni/ noun

Definition

a region in central Italy known for its art, wine, and Renaissance heritage

Etymology

From Latin 'Tuscia', land of the Etruscans, from 'Etrusci' meaning 'Etruscans'

Kelly Says

Tuscany gave the world the Renaissance, incredible wine, and the Italian language itself - Dante's Tuscan dialect became standard Italian! Not bad for one region.

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