There is so much in Florence, to delve in, other than the UNESCO World Heritage site, the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
When I Traveled to Florence in Italy I had just one thing in mind, the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa. One of the Seven Wonders of the Medieval World. And I admired the monument greatly. Soon after I realized that Florence, on the whole, was an architectural wonder.
Major attractions of Florence are found in and around the pulsating city center. Most of the central part is off bounds for motors and cars. Whole area can be well explored on cycle or on foot. For a walker in me it proved to be a walker’s paradise. Crossing through labyrinths of shopping streets and countless eateries, walking was all fun. More so when I stuffed my mouth with loads of Florence special ice cream. Delicious way to walk, pampering my taste buds to the fullest.
Other half of walk was sort of art walk. It comprised majorly artefacts and architectural accomplishments of Florence, the beautiful capital of Tuscany. It is said that nearly one third of world’s art wealth lies in Florence. Do not know how far this claim is true. But I do know that Florence treasures many incredible masterpieces. And I was all awestruck gazing at those art forms.
The land of Dante, Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, Florence reflects an artist’s imagination. Rare creations by da Vinci and Michelangelo adorn the art galleries and museums of city. Then there are mind blowing sculptures by Michelangelo, the great painter sculptor of all times. The most famous one is the 17 ft tall statue of David. I marvelled at the intricately sculpted statue by the supremely gifted genius Michelangelo.
Enriching myself with Renaissance art and soaking up spectacular vistas my long walk ended at scenic Arno river.
Florence is the art capital of Italy, I must say.
What an amazing experience once again, I love the idea of exploring Italy by foot, sometimes you can see so much more when you are strolling around with ample time to take in the sights!
Truly so. We explore best when do so on foot.
I want to go to Italy so bad! It’s on my bucket list for sure.
Italy is indeed rich in culture and art.
wow. this looks so pretty. I hope you had an amazing trip. this is certainly a place i’d love to visit some day
Absolutely so. I enjoyed immensely.
I have never been to Italy yet so this is a great post to get some intro. I love arts so I guess Florence would be one of the must see places in Italy.
Italy is loaded with art and heritage. And Florence tops the list.
It sounds like Florence has really captured something inside of you, not only for the leaning tower of pisa but the art culture too. It seems like you had such a great time.
Indeed Florence had been a trip of learning and joy to me.
How amazing! I’ve never visited this are in Italy, but I sure wish to do it one day, Pisa and Pirenze are two cities of Tuscany that are definitely in my bucket list!
LOL, I meant Firenze not Pirenze haha
Got you Nati. Thanks.
Love Italy, I have been to Florence 6 years back and absolutely fell in love with the place. You reminded me those feelings and I need to add it to my list to visit again.
Never enough of culture and art to soak in Florence.
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