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Tuscany Florence The golden setting of the sun over Florence evokes a smoldering sensation of colors and smells hearkening back to medieval Italy, the city of Florence itself feels carved out of stone, full of intricate, undiscovered nuances that make the methodical process of sightseeing almost like unfolding a complex puzzle, the make-work of downtown only multiplies as you move further out, and at ever turn a breathtaking architectural sight or important museum reveals itself. It’s no surprise that the city has been named an official UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Indeed, there is so much to do in Florence that it is hard to know where to begin. Those seeking famous attractions won’t have a hard time finding them in Florence, from Michelangelo’s towering statue of David to The Birth of Venus by Botticelli, Florence is a vibrant destination full of exquisite treasures.
Starting out at Ponte Vecchio, you’ll feel like you are in a Florentine postcard – this is the bridge imprinted onto the world’s collective consciousness. It’s fame only serves to add a special something to the experience of standing there, although the spectacular view into the glasslike river wending its way to the horizon will take your breath away when you see it in person, despite it seeming so familiar. Yet even the openness of this magical vista point is surrounded by the stony, intricate entrapment of either side of the bridge. From here, duck down and delve into the rest of the enchanted city.
The incredible Uffizi Gallery showcases the great masters of medieval and renaissance art, and includes works by such names as Caravaggio Michelangelo, Leonardo, Giotto, Botticelli, Filippo Lippi, Raphael, Fra Angelico, Raffaello and many more of the greats. Be sure to allot an entire morning or afternoon. These artists are to be taken in meditatively, and you’ll need plenty of time since there is so much to see.
During the summertime, the peak months of July and August are typically packed. For watching historical attractions, this can get old fast. Yet nightlife in Florence really lights up with the increase in visitors, and despite the museum-like nature of this town, there is also a pulsing local culture after hours. Bars, clubs, discos and after hours venues bring out the best in both locals in tourists alike. Hotel accommodations in Florence naturally step up to the challenge of providing luxurious places to stay for the tens of thousands of tourists thronging through town. Picking up slack where they leave off are a variety of rental apartments, chalets, youth hostels and even rooms in houses that locals will rent out. Don’t, however, count on your luck. Book early, and enjoy a hassle free stay in Florence, Italy.
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