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Pisa

Pisa is a city in Tuscany, Italy, best known for its world-famous leaning tower. But the tower isn't the only thing to see – there are other architectural and artistic marvels in this beautiful city. The half-hour walk from the Campo dei Miracoli to the train station runs through a pedestrian street with many interesting sights, shops, and restaurants.

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Currency
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
Italian
Language
Italian
Time zones
UTC+1
UTC+1 (UTC+2 in summer)
Power plugs
Type C/F/L
Power plugs
Type C, F, L · 230 V
Getting around
Drive on the right
Drive on the right
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Tuscany, Italy · Population: 89K · Calling code: +39

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