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Florence

A Kaleidoscope of Art

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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  • elbastos
    einer der schönsten städte der welt...
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  • LauraStuttgart
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    most beautiful city in Tuscany
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  • robertinoferrante
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    Absolutely gorgeous! There are no words to describe it
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  • Gilbrod79
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    Simply unique and fantastic!
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  • ustepczak
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    great
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  • le_chat_noir
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    If you love art parties for Florence! The city is full of them at every corner and street. Nice for shopping.
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  • checco.bruni
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    and 'beautiful Florence!
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  • Jenniferd
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    Florence is without doubt the city of the arts. Its antiquity we inserted into an exquisite and refined environments that are accompanied not only with art but with a delightful cuisine. Visit all the museums and special places is almost impossible unless you have several days available so it is absolutely advisable to plan the trip in detail before starting. Choose the time of year is also critical to enjoy a more relaxing experience. Needless to say that during the winter although there are always tourists, their numbers are much smaller so we will have more room and time to enjoy the city.
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  • adena
    I lived and studied here for 6 months, and this city will always feel like home!
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