Cranks and more cranks

The last couple of days has been hot, dry and just a little dusty.  As we move inland towards the base of the Appennine range the scenery has subtly changed from fields of corn and wheat to lush vineyards and kiwi plantations.   Tonight we have arrived in Brisighella at it has a definite alpine feel to it.

Along the way we have stopped at a number of very beautiful and historic towns.  Each very interesting in their own right but I must admit to being a little 'ruined out'.  What is just as interesting is the culture and piazza del popolo action. (every town should have one)

I have very much enjoyed the towns were bikes rule and cars are a secondary means of transport.