Florence, the birthplace of Renaissance, is an architectural, cultural and artistic gem. There are only a few cities in the world that can rival Florence for its rich history and unique beuties.
Dominating the skyline is one of the most famous buildings in Florence, the Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore - the third largest Christian church. Besides the Cathedral, this city contains many other churches filled with some of the finest art in the world, including San Lorenzo, Santa Maria Novella, San Miniato al Monte and more. While in Florence, one should definitely climb the Duomo or Campanile for the best views of Florence.
Besides the buildings, Florence has no less than 80 museums. Two of the most famous art galleries in the world are the Pitti Palace and the Uffizi. Then there are the two magnificent collections of sculpture which contain the heart and soul of Florence - the Bargello and the Museum of the Works of the Duomo (the Cathedral). These include works by Michelangelo and Donatello.
Those interested in photography should not miss the wonderful collection by the early photographers, the Alinari brothers. For those who love modern sculpting, there is a wonderful collection by Marino Marini in a museum named after him. Great places suitable for a walk include the Oltr'Arno - the south side of the river, the Arno and through narrow, medieval back streets in the Santa Croce Area, as well as the Boboli Gardens.
Florence is not only arts and museums. One can find various places to buy from, from the expensive jewelry stores, to the most famous shops in the world, such as Gucci, Prada and Armani. There are also a number of collections of small shops in the suburbs, as well as the San Lorenzo market, which is largely for tourists.
Picking your dining pleasure in Florence is no problem as you'll have no shortage of restaurants to choose from. The nightlife is also present, thanks to the many students and young people. Clubs like the Full-Up and the Meccano are good choices for those who want to dance all night long.
Places of interest: San Lorenzo Market, Basilica of San Lorenzo, Church of S. Maria Novella, Palace of Bargello, Piazza della Repubblica, Hospital of the Innocents, Chapel of the Princes, Boboli Gardens, Pitti Palace, Palazzo Strozzi, Church of Orsanmichele, Loggia del Mercato Nuovo.
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