by the mildness of the climate and the beauty of the landscape, Diego Martelli, art critic and patron, established his residence there. Here he invited continuously until the end of the century, almost all the painters, then became famous, the group of Macchiaioli giving rise to an artistic period as famous as the School of Castiglioncello. Meta always coveted by celebrities from the world of art, culture and entertainment is now one of the most popular tourist destinations, known in Italy and abroad for the beauty of the landscape, for the quality and sophistication of services that it offers and cultural initiatives and associations of high value that promotes. Since 1992 Castiglioncello has obtained several times the attribution of the Blue Flag by the FEE, an acronym of Foundation for Environmental Education. Places of interest Castello Pasquini: the castle was built between 1889 and 1891 in a style similar to that used for the Florentine palaces of the Middle Ages. Chiesa dell'Immacolata Concezione: the construction of the church was begun in 1922. The dome dates from the years immediately following the World War II, when the building was restored following wartime damage. Oratorio di Sant'Andrea Apostolo (Chiesa di Sant'Andrea): The church stands on the ruins of a 17th-century oratory. The present structure dates from 1864. Torre di Castiglioncello: The tower dates back to the 17th century and was part of the system of sight of the coast of Livorno. It underwent some changes in the 1800s. National Archaeological Museum: set up at the beginning of the 20th century, it was closed around 1972-1973 but was reopened in 2001. Monte Pelato (Poggio Pelato): the highest hill in the town has many paths for hiking, and provides views of the Mediterranean, as well as the remains of mines for magnesite. Photo gallery References All demographics and other statistics: Italian statistical institute Istat. External links Castiglioncello Forum, tourist information General Site about Castiglioncello Webcam and meteo of Castiglioncello from Marina Cala de Medici port Frazioni of the Province of Livorno Cities and towns in Tuscany de:Rosignano Marittimo#Castiglioncello