Last Sunday’s afternoon saunter around the village of Anchiano..

Fortified from mediaeval times to World War II when the Axis built bunkers under its church Anchiano is now rather more peaceful and remains a pilgrimage stop. Fine doorways, a massive gothic arch, a Romanesque campanile and long Serchio valley views are some of its memorable features.

Let’s hope that Anchiano’s picturesque Christmas living crib returns soon.