Barga provides a unique opportunity to walk in the steps of ancestors without the added glitz and commercialism that often creeps into places of immense interest and beauty. For a moment you are able to 'live' within the local culture and community. Good food, wine and hospitality and not marred by artifical price hikes for tourists, and it is a pleasure to wander through winding streets that have remained the same for generations. Like a jewel encased in the walls of the medieval city, Barga is surrounded by breath taking scenery of the tree lined mountains, offering a diversity of crops. This, plus excellent accommodation, with a modern bathroom, laundry, lounge, kitchen and bedroom facilities, means it is a destination to be repeated. A 'best kept secret' is just out! I am reluctantly writing this as I don't want Barga to change - it's just fantastic and not to be missed - but be prepared to walk, leaving the car at the walls of the city and taking a walk to the accommodation, unless you have the small car and 'Italian Job' driving skills to take on the medieval streets!