Vallombrosa

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Vallombrosa is a toponym which indicates both a forest and a frazione, located within this forest, in the territory of the Commune of Reggello, in the Metropolitan City of Florence, in the Italian region of Tuscany. The village of Vallombrosa ('shaded valley') lies among forests, and was originally the location of a hermitage dedicated to Santa Maria d'Acquabella. Later, the large Vallombrosa Abbey of the Benedictines was built and remains a major landmark of the region. The Reggello Vallombrosa meteorological station is located there. In the Vallombrosa area lies a nature reserve of the same name, as well as the renowned Vallombrosa Arboretum and a vast lawn, very popular in the summer period, especially by the inhabitants of Florence looking for rustic relaxation.