Off the coast of Tuscany sits a picturesque town where white mountains cascade over the landscape. Composed of the highest quality marble, these behemoths have attracted artists to Italy's Pietrasanta for years. In fact, many of Michelangelo's masterpieces were sculpted out of this very marble in the 15th century. Today, over 40 marble studios still exist within the city, with artisans leaving their own unique mark on the cherished marble.
Check out all the episodes in "The City Of…" the latest series from Great Big Story exploring Europe's capitals of culture.
The Car That Sailed the Seas and Roamed the Roads
Ben Carlin wanted adventure, and he wanted it bad. At the age of 35, fearing his chance at glory was running out, he decided to circle the globe in an amphibious vehicle—with his new bride, Elinore, as co-captain. Embark on a rousing tale of a honeymoon (and a marriage) that had a hard time staying afloat.
Among the Jura Mountains in Western Switzerland is a city where time begins. Sitting at the center of an area known as "Watch Valley," La Chaux-de-Fonds is the beating heart of the Swiss watchmaking industry. Some of the world's most expensive and renowned brands have workshops in the city that continue to produce intricate, incredibly sought after timepieces. Join us as we meet the artisans keeping Switzerland's watchmaking legacy forever ticking.
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