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Why Lovers Of Art Flock To Florence And Other Attractions To See In This Italian Town
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by: ConnorSullivan
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Florence, Italy is a beautiful city in Europe with its centuries old art, delightful Italian cafes and the great local markets to shop for leather goods like%LINK1%, %LINK2% and coats in. Although the dollar is not very strong in Europe right now, the travel deals and bargains for flying there and staying there will more than compensate for the weak dollar. If you have never been to Italy, make sure Florence is one of the stops you make as many travelers only consider visiting Rome and Venice. If you are flexible and can go anytime during the year, the Fall is the best time as the weather is comfortably warm and the crowds are all gone from the busy summer tourist season.
Even if you are not a art connoisseur, the various places to see some famous types of art and architecture are highly recommended. Two of the must see museums of art to see in Florence are the Uffizi gallery and the Accademia gallery. The Uffizi has a lot of the top Renaissance period art in the world with many pieces by Leonardo Da Vinci, Botticelli and Michelangelo. The Accademia gallery has the most famous sculpture worldwide and that is Michelangelo's statue of David. The lines to see David are long so make sure to go there first thing in the morning. There are aditional art museums but if you only have a couple of days, make sure to go to both of these two museums.
There are other great sights to see to take in the gorgeous art and architecture that Florence is known for is the Duomo and the Pitti palace. The Duomo is a famous cathedral in Florence that is the most recognized structure in the city. Make sure to go inside to see the beautiful structure. The Pitti palace has a great collection of art in many forms from paintings, period costumes and sculptures and is a beautiful building. Directly behind the palace are the Boboli gardens that are the perfect place to rest and have a picnic.
Besides, the famous art in Florence, the food and wine here is some of the most delicious things you will ever put in your mouth. You may want to get some of the recommendations from guide books for the top restaurants but some of the great spots are the more casual trattorias that you can simply stroll by serving up delicious pastas and pizzas. Also, make sure to go to at least one gelateria which will serve you a refreshing and delicious Italian gelato, similar to ice cream, but better.
Before you leave Florence, take the time to visit the big market in the city's main square. The local shops have the specialties that Florence is famous for its Italian leather products. The quality of the leather here is superior to the US and shoes and coats are huge sellers as well as the regional Chianti wine.
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