About Tuscany and Florence

Tuscany, the land of Chianti, is a land rich of treasures to be discovered.

Famous historical characters have made this region great: Dante Alighieri, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Galileo Galilei and many others.

Furthermore, thanks to its mild climate, the territory offers the possibility of diversified stays, from the sea to the mountains, from the hills to the lake, for all types of tourists and tourism.

On the Apuan Alps and in numerous protected areas, it is possible to admire stunning views.

The harmonious beauty of nature together with the millennial presence of man makes Tuscany offer characteristic and worldwide unique landscapes, made by medieval villages, with castles and fortification systems, small rural churches (the so-called "pievi") and suggestive abbeys.

Florence, which has always been known throughout the world as a cradle of art and culture, is one of Tuscany's most famous capitals.

What makes it unique? Throughout history, Florence has played a fundamental role. It was the seat of the Italian Renaissance, and still retains its past charm and splendour, with fantastic remains that attract a high percentage of international travellers every year. Its historic centre is certainly unique, still retaining traits of the late medieval period, with palaces, churches and museums filled with masterful paintings and sculptures that take the visitor on a timeless journey.

The Florentine economy is based mainly on the service sector, especially tourism and crafts, which provide significant sources of income.

Industry, although generally made up of small and medium-sized enterprises, has precision engineering, chemicals, metallurgy and textiles sectors of considerable importance.

In particular, HLB TAXLEX is located in an area rich in fashion and leather companies, very close to the tanning district of Santa Croce sull'Arno.