Italy Cappella Madonna di Vitaleta from far away

Amongst the colourful southern Tuscany countryside beside the village of Vitaleta, lies a charming little Chapel of the Madonna di Vitaleta. One of the most photographed churches in Tuscany, this mystical building used to be the home of a Renaissance statue of the Madonna sculpted by the artist, Andrea della Robbia in 1590. Built in the middle of a hill, this spectacular attraction was restored in 1184 by the architect Giuseppe Partini and was recently classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Dotted across this magnificent countryside are many peaceful holiday villas and luxury accommodation to stay in and soak in the undisturbed natural beauty of the area.

Some photographers prefer sunset with the light hitting the chapel, I like this place in just any time of day but sun rises right from behind the hill and hides itself behind the chapel, giving a stroke of yellow light on the contour of the hill.Whichever way, bring tripod, wide angle lens, some nd filters and make sure to leave the place neat and clean behind :-)