Pescaglia, Tuscany, Italy, is a comune located in the province of Lucca, at an altitude of 184 meters above sea level. The town has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild, wet winters. The average temperature in July is 24°C, while the average temperature in January is 7°C. Pescaglia has a rich history, dating back to the Middle Ages. The town was first mentioned in a document from 1084, and it was a fief of the Bishops of Lucca for many centuries. In the 14th century, Pescaglia became a free commune, and it remained independent until it was annexed by the Republic of Florence in 1405. Pescaglia is home to a number of historical sites, including the Church of San Giovanni Battista, which was built in the 12th century, and the Palazzo Pretorio, which was built in the 14th century. The town is also home to a number of museums, including the Museo di Pescaglia, which houses a collection of artifacts from the town's history.
Geographic Data for Pescaglia, Tuscany, Italy
| Latitude | 43° 57.975' |
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| Longitude | 10° 24.666' |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |