Tag: Florence
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Sculptures in Florence Are Memorable Figures
Piazzas in Italy are still the gathering places they have been for centuries. Today, they attract tourists and often feature great architecture and opportunities to grab a drink and/or meal at an outdoor cafe. One, the Piazza della Signoria in Florence, is breathtaking as a sculpture exhibit. In a place…
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First Disappointment, Then a Surprise
We returned to Florence today for a walk through the Uffizi, one of the city's top art museums. After more than an hour in a long line that moved little, we reluctantly moved on to Plan B. What a good decision. We walked across the famed Ponte Vecchio (bridge) and, after a great lunch (see…
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Possibly, Our Favorite Meal!
We could have passed by without a second glance, but we were hungry and this “Mom and Pop” restaurant in Florence felt like a slice of old Italy. We took a chance and grabbed a couple stools at the counter, in front…
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A Question for Art Lovers
What iconic work of art is housed in this nondescript building? Along with many others, we waited about an hour to get inside, and it was worth every second. We left the first room, turned the corner, and there it was! Seventeen feet tall, placed beneath a huge glass dome. Hint: We were in…
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