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Statue of David Florence Italy
Statue of David is a masterpiece of Renaissance sculpture created between 1501 and 1504, by the great Michelangelo. The statue represents the Biblical hero David.
The Statue of David may be the world’s most recognizable statue. It stands about 17 feet tall and made of marble.
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Pantheon – Piazza della Rotonda, Rome, Italy
Pantheon Rome Italy The Pantheon is a beautifully impressive building. It's about 2000 years old and faces Piazza Della Rotonda, a big square with many restaurants, cafes and shops around it. You will find a lot of locals and tourists sitting outside and taking in the stunning view of the Pantheon....
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Vatican Museums
http://youtu.be/S-cEGJJ9FYk Vatican Museums It started out as just a small collection of sculptures of Pope Clement XIV and Pope Pius VI in the years 1769-1799. They decided to call attention to culture and let the public take part in viewing the collections of art. Their names where dedicated t...
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The Colosseum
The Colosseum, also known as the Flavian Amphitheater at Piazza del Colosseo Roma [caption id="attachment_2777" align="aligncenter" width="300"] The Colosseum in Rome Italy[/caption] The Colosseum, also known as the elliptical amphitheatre was ordered by Emperor Vespasian ...
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Open top sightseeing Rome
Open top sightseeing Rome - Hop on hop off bus Rome Tour buses in Rome. A fabulous way to see this incredible city for the first time! In Rome we have 7 open roof - hop on hop off - tour bus companies. Which one to choose is not always easy to say, it depends mostly on your interests and how...
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Accademia Gallery Florence
Accademia Gallery The Accademia Gallery is a short walk from the Piazza del Duomo. It is home to the original statue of David that Michelangelo created. It’s so beautiful, big and imposing you just stand there in awe. There are other replicas throughout the town of Florence but none of them even ...
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Giottos Bell Tower Florence Italy
Giottos Bell Tower Giottos Bell Tower is adjacent to the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and right next to the magnificent Duomo. Giotto di Bondone considered the father of modern painting had designed and constructed this majestic bell tower. The entrance is through the tiny bookshop at th...
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Pitti Palace Florence
Pitti Palace Florence Pitti Palace is positioned on the south side of the River Arno. After a delightful walk over the Ponte Vecchio Bridge I came up to this breathtaking palazzo. I walked up the stairs and easily found my way into Pitti Palace. Pitti Palace is a treasure house of Florentine histo...
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Galileos Museum Florence Italy
Galileos Museum Galileos Museum is situated in the historical Piazza dei Giudici. It is close to the River Arno and next door to the Uffizi Gallery. Galileos Museum collection is really well demonstrated in a way that helps you comprehend the role of Florence in renaissance science and discove...
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Piazzale Michelangelo Florence Italy
Piazzale Michelangelo Piazzale Michelangelo is the most panoramic and breathtaking place to visit in Florence. It overlooks the Arno River, the city and the rolling hills. This amazing terrace is a popular site with locals and tourists. It was created as part of major restructuring of the city...
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Bargello Museum Florence
Bargello Museum Bargello Museum is just a block down from the Piazza della Signoria. It is on the corner of Via del Proconsolo and Via Ghibellina. Via del Proconsolo is the road that leads around the back end of the Duomo. The building itself is fascinating with terrific architectural detail. ...
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Dante House Florence Italy
Dante House Dante House is situated on a corner and is located very close to the Church of Danta. This isn't the actual house Dante lived in. It was reconstructed and is in the area where he lived. Dante’s history is retold in this museum. Dante Alighieri is the great poet, writer the fat...
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Duomo Museum Florence Italy
Duomo Museum Duomo Museum is located just behind the Duomo with easy access from the square. This museum is well laid out with great displays and very good lighting. Duomo Museum helps to put the history of Florence and the area into perspective. It’s not that big, however it has some terrif...
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Palazzo Vecchio Florence Italy
Palazzo Vecchio Palazzo Vecchio is one of Florence’s most grand and significant buildings. Generations of the powerful Medici family lived here. They ruled and conducted business from here until the family moved to the Pitti Palace. The Palazzo Vecchio is now a museum, but it still holds the sy...
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St Marks Basilica Venice
St Marks Basilica Venice One of the world-renowned architectural wonders of Venice rests in St. Mark’s square, among many other beautiful structures. If you’re going on a trip to this beautiful city, you should definitely set aside time to enter the great St. Mark’s Basilica. You c...
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Medici Chapels Florence Italy
Medici Chapels The Medici Chapels is attached to the beautiful San Lorenzo church. The chapels were added to commemorate the famous and powerful Medici family. It houses some of the most important sculptures ever completed by Michelangelo. I am so glad that I decided to stop by the Medici Chap...
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The Doges Palace Venice
The Doges Palace Venice As many people will tell you, there are almost too many beautiful sights and tourist spots in Venice to fill your day with. But if there’s one cultural spot you’d be crazy not to visit, it’s The Doge's Palace. This historical building, referred to by locals a...
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Gondola Rides in Venice
Gondola Rides in Venice What better way to top off your stay in Venice than to experience what you’ve only ever seen in movies? You can almost hear the melodious voice singing “When the moon hits your eyes like a big pizza pie…” as you glide along the glistening water on a gondola, fe...
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The Rialto Bridge
The Rialto Bridge Venice The Rialto Bridge is yet another structure in Venice that is not only famous for its architecture, but its place in Venetian history as well. When traveling to Italy, it’s a well accepted fact that you don’t just go there to marvel at the beauty of the structure...
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Boboli Gardens Florence Italy
Boboli Gardens Boboli Gardens are a great place to escape the crazy crowds and relax with stunning views of Florence and the surrounding hillsides. The Boboli Gardens are an impressive collection of well-manicured hedges and lawns with an exceptional view of Florence's panorama and the Pitti Pal...
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Church of Santa Maria Novella Florence
Church of Santa Maria Novella Florence The Church of Santa Maria Novella is located in Florence and is situated across from the Santa Maria Novella Railway Station. The Church of Santa Maria Novella is a very beautiful church. Before walking inside the church, take some time and admire the bea...
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Piazza del Duomo Florence Italy
Piazza del Duomo Piazza del Duomo is located in the heart of the historic center of Florence. Piazza del Duomo is the center of several attractions you will want to visit. You will find the Florence Cathedral with the Brunelleschi's Dome, the Giotto's Bell Tower. The Florence Cathedral is a must-...
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Church Santa Croce Florence
Church Santa Croce The Church Santa Croce (Basilica of the Holy Cross) is very distinguishing and beautiful. It is situated on the Piazza di Santa Croce. The sheer size of Santa Croce is tremendous with the side chapels along the cloisters also filled with great works of art. Church Santa Cro...
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St Marks Campanile
St Marks Campanile Venice There are many things to see once you get to Venice, and its easy to be overwhelmed by all the sights and sounds. Take the Piazza San Marco, for example. It’s just teeming with activity! You could marvel at St Marks Basilica, and if you already have, chances are you hav...
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Santi Giovanni e Paolo Venice
Santi Giovanni e Paolo Venice What is beautiful about Venice is that they add a beautiful element to almost all of the things they hold important to them. Their government buildings, their marketplaces, their residences, and of course, even their religion. Churches and basilicas in Venice a...
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Piazza di Santa Maria Novella Florence Italy
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella The Piazza Santa Maria Novella is adjacent to the Church of Santa Maria Novella. It is situated close by the bus station and rail station, which is the main transport hub in Florence. Once I arrived here, I was happy to sit down and just relax. It doesn’t get c...
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Gardens of Augustus Capri
Gardens of Augustus Capri Giardini di Augusto, or the Gardens of Augustus, is absolutely one of the most beautiful places in Capri. During the early twentieth century, this paradise was created by Friedrich Alfred Krupp. Mr. Krupp was a very wealthy German industrialist. He is also the man ...
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Loggia dei Lanzi Florence Italy
Loggia dei Lanzi Loggia dei Lanzi is a roofed stone building with open walls on two sides. It is situated on the southeast corner of the Piazza della Signoria. It houses many unbelievable statues. They are very intense and grandiose. As you walk up the steps you will notice huge marble lions ...
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Monte Solaro Capri
Monte Solaro Capri Monte Solaro, which translates to Mount Solaro in English, majestically stands at 1, 932 feet or 589 meters above sea level. With this height, this mountain found in Campania is the highest point in the island of Capri. Tourists who wish to visit Monte Solaro Capri...
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La Specola Museum of Zoology and Natural History
La Specola Museum of Zoology and Natural History Florence La Specola Museum of Zoology and Natural History is located right near the Pitti Palace. It is the oldest natural history museum in Europe. Inside there is a huge collection acquired by several generations of the Medici family. They colle...
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Great Synagogue and Museum of Florence
Great Synagogue and Museum of Florence Great Synagogue and Museum of Florence is a large and interesting synagogue with a small museum that will give you some background on the Jewish community in Florence. It's a short walk from Piazza Santa Croce. If you happen to be are over there, it's wor...
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