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Capalbio is a comune in the province of Grosseto in Tuscany. It is the southern border of Tuscany and is surrounded by the municipalities Manciano, Montalto di Castro, and Orbettello.

Capalbio is known for the white alabaster stone that is found in plenty in this region. The name Capalbio is probably derived from a Latin word because of this feature of the land here. The Latin word Caput Album refers to 'white cape field'.

The center of attraction of Capalbio is a hill that is mounted on it. The hill was originally the castle of the Tre Fontane di Roma of the 8th century and it belonged to the Aldobrandeschi family that time. Later it was transferred to the Orsini Counts. The hill was later seized by the Sienese Republic. Maremma had a black history of social disintegration under the autonomy of Lorrane, which resulted in its poor social and economic condition. The land was under the control of Bandits for many years. Capalbio was chosen as the main hideout by one of the legendary bandits of those periods, Tiburzi.

It was the Agricultural Reforms of the 1952 that reshaped the town to the new form. The hard work and the commitment of the people towards the soil resulted in a fertile land that now has turned to be a common tourist spot. Capalbio is better known for its agri-tourism.

Capalbio attracts the tourists with its rare medieval structures that have been maintained without altering their sense or values. Apart from these man-made structures, there are three attractive beaches in Capalbio, viz., Chiarone, Macchiatonda and la Torba. The Tarot Card Garden, created by the French artist Niki de Saint Phalle is just another example to show the respect of the community towards its valuable soil.

The groups of tourists who visit Capalbio include the students, couples, artists, or anyone who desires to taste the essence of this civilization. The Italian coast known for its blend of art and civilization is the destination for many who aspire to learn the values of the great Tuscany culture. It has also become a hotspot for investors who are looking for investing their money for agricultural or residential purpose.

Capalbio is the creation of a matured civilization. The essence of their creativity is its eternity. The land, the valley, the villages, and the parishes - all these bring a picturesque of a professional medieval art. This is the favorite destination of tourists who wish to make their trip more pleasurable with a ride through the beautiful valley. The people of Capalbio have learnt the art of hospitality and they welcome the visitors with their artless mode of communication. They are very sociable too.

If you are fond of Golf, don't go from here without trying a hand at it. Capalbio is known as the paradise of golfers. Why to hesitate, if you are given a chance to play the best in the earth's own paradise with the green-clad cliffs around the meadows arranged by the Tuscany earth? The famous golf clubs, Toscana, Terme di Saturnia Golf Club, Punta Ala Golf Club, Argentario Golf Club, and many others are waiting for you.

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