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Florence
by emily
While Rome entices with its majestic monuments and big city grandeur, Florence captivates visitors in an entirely different way. This enchanting northern city is a maze of cobble-stoned medieval streets and picturesque red-roofed buildings where the Renaissance feels remarkably recent --or maybe just ever-present. This charming setting is virtually packed with landmarks, stories, and above all, art. Florence is the home of countless works by Renaissance artists; the famous Uffizi Gallery houses paintings by Botticelli, Da Vinci, and Caravaggio, to name just a few, while Michelangelo’s magnificent David stands only a few blocks away. So vast is Florence's collection of artworks that some overstimulated visitors actually succumb to the dizzying madness known as the Stendhal Syndrome. Of course, if the art becomes too overwhelming, Florence does offer other pleasures. Even a casual walk through the streets of Florence is a chance to enjoy lovely scenery and beautiful old churches. Tuscan cuisine is famous for its delicious simplicity, and excellent wine and espresso are in abundance. Like the canvasses and sculptures filling the museums here, Florence is itself a work of art.
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Florence Facts
- population: 366,488
- area: 102 km²
- time zone: CET, UTC+1
- website: http://www.comune.firenze.it/
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Top 10 Things to do in Florence voted by the tripwolf community
sight Ponte Vecchio
A stroll across the old bridge with its jewellery stores is particularly pleasant at sunset when the last rays of sunlight reflect in the river. The "Ponte Vecchio", the old bridge spanning the river A...
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museum / gallery Galleria degli Uffizi
It is not just the fabulous art treasures that make a visit worthwhile - you can also enjoy a splendid view from the roof cafe. The world-famous museum accommodates one of the most famous and extensive...
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sight Chiesa di Santa Croce
The pantheon of Florence. The Holy Cross Church is the main Franciscan church in Florence. With its open, painted truss beams and a straight end to the choir, the simple interior architecture is typica...
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Top Trips through Florence
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videos for Florence
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Latest Reviews for Florence
adena
Beautiful. One of my favorite cities in the world. try biking around! and be sure to drink the chianti. ;)
2008-04-03 / / report abuse
twitter buzz - Florence
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lauratkinson
That black dress Florence was wearing on Jules Holland is from Temperly, I have just found out. Thought @gracedent might like to know
2009-09-17
gnguyen
History of Science Museum in Florence, half closed for renovation to the new Museo Galileo. Did not see much, just missed the opening.
2009-09-17
deputyd0g
listening to.. Florence + The Machine – Cosmic Love: http://bit.ly/wJDjn http://bit.ly/KOl4Z
2009-09-17
edforever
tonight: lighting florence & the XX in bristol. tomorrow: lighting metronomy & @your20s in London #livingthelightingdream
2009-09-17
paul_a_smith
Transferred to the Starbucks office to work on our Instant Florence app. Fantastic content from @hackneye, new features - should be good!
2009-09-17
RogueOwl
Looking forward to Pressure Launch @ Thekla tonight. Hoping that rumours of an appearance from Florence Welch are well founded....
2009-09-17
o2academybristo
Florence & the Machine Tonight! // SOLD OUT // those of you lucky enough to have a ticket are in for a treat - the sound check sounds ace!
2009-09-17
SuperGaietta
@elizadushku: Will you visit only Florence and Rome when you come in Italy? I live in Salerno (near Naples), why don't you come here? ;-)
2009-09-17
Julia69Magazine
Strictly Strictly Strictly Claudia Winkleman and Florence and The Machine gig. Verrry excited about my weekend
2009-09-17
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