The Medici Villas are a group of historic residences located in Tuscany, Italy, built by the powerful Medici family during the Renaissance. These villas served as country retreats and were designed to showcase the family's wealth and influence. Many of the villas feature beautiful gardens, art, and architecture that reflect the era's cultural achievements. Several of these villas, such as the Villa Medici at Fiesole and the Villa La Petraia, are recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. They are significant not only for their architectural beauty but also for their role in the development of landscape gardening and the promotion of the arts during the Renaissance period.