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Florence Flights - OnlineTravelComparison
Florence is the capital of the Tuscany area, and is known for its Renaissance art and stunning architecture. Florence provides a great base for touring Tuscany and offers cosmopolitan shopping and abundant choices for dining. It´s easy to get around by foot or on the city´s efficient bus system.
Il Duomo, the dome that caps the large 15th century Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore, is the most recognizable sight in Florence and those who climb the 463 stairs to the top will be rewarded with breathtaking views. Florence´s famous bridge, the Ponte Vecchio, is supposedly the only European bridge that survived World War II and is now home to a variety of shops.
The two most-famous art museums in Italy are located in Florence. The Uffizi Galley is thought to be one of the best galleries in the world and showcases works from da Vinci, Raphael and Botticelli. The Accademia di Belle Arti has a less extensive collection but is home to the masterpiece, David, by Michelangelo. Palazzo Pitti, former home to the powerful Medici family, is now an art museum open to the public as well. Behind the Palace, the Boboli Gardens offer a beautiful place to stroll or enjoy a picnic.
Florence serves up traditional Italian cuisine and hearty Tuscan specialties. Pasta is served in abundance, along with pizza, braised meats, fresh vegetables, Tuscan wine, and of course, gelato. But the influx of tourists, immigrants, and students from abroad, means that Florence also offers global cuisine from nearly every country.
Links –
Il Duomo - http://www.duomofirenze.it/index-eng.htm
Palazzo Pitti - http://www.polomuseale.firenze.it/english/musei/palazzopitti/
Boboli - http://www.firenzemusei.it/00_english/boboli/index.html
Uffizi - http://www.firenzemusei.it/00_english/uffizi/index.html
Accademia - http://www.firenzemusei.it/00_english/accademia/index.html
Il Duomo, the dome that caps the large 15th century Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore, is the most recognizable sight in Florence and those who climb the 463 stairs to the top will be rewarded with breathtaking views. Florence´s famous bridge, the Ponte Vecchio, is supposedly the only European bridge that survived World War II and is now home to a variety of shops.
The two most-famous art museums in Italy are located in Florence. The Uffizi Galley is thought to be one of the best galleries in the world and showcases works from da Vinci, Raphael and Botticelli. The Accademia di Belle Arti has a less extensive collection but is home to the masterpiece, David, by Michelangelo. Palazzo Pitti, former home to the powerful Medici family, is now an art museum open to the public as well. Behind the Palace, the Boboli Gardens offer a beautiful place to stroll or enjoy a picnic.
Florence serves up traditional Italian cuisine and hearty Tuscan specialties. Pasta is served in abundance, along with pizza, braised meats, fresh vegetables, Tuscan wine, and of course, gelato. But the influx of tourists, immigrants, and students from abroad, means that Florence also offers global cuisine from nearly every country.
Links –
Il Duomo - http://www.duomofirenze.it/index-eng.htm
Palazzo Pitti - http://www.polomuseale.firenze.it/english/musei/palazzopitti/
Boboli - http://www.firenzemusei.it/00_english/boboli/index.html
Uffizi - http://www.firenzemusei.it/00_english/uffizi/index.html
Accademia - http://www.firenzemusei.it/00_english/accademia/index.html
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