subject: Florence A Historical Destination This Christmas Season [print this page] History is very important, and as we go back into history the city of Florence Italy is an ideal tourist destination. Some areas in the city were earmarked as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982. The city has a long history dating back many centuries. Florence is the capital city of Tuscany province in Italy.
Florence has many attractive sites. The main attraction is the Duomo Cathedral which is also known as Cattedrale de Santa Maria Del Fiore. This great cathedral was built in the year 1296. The cathedral has a sitting capacity of over 20,000 people. From the top of the cathedral one can see the majestic view of the city.
One of the oldest buildings in Florence is the Saint John's Baptistery whose construction started in the early 11th century. This historic site is the oldest building in the city of Florence and is a major tourist attraction.
Ponte Vecchio is a major tourist attraction in Florence. This bridge was built in 1345 across the Arno River and links Por Santa Maria and Via Guicciardini. It is a major tourist attraction and a world heritage site. The bridge also houses many jewelry shops dealing in gold ornaments. There are many attraction sites in Florence, and one will have a wide range of places to visit. The Boboli Gardens, Galleria dell' Academia and other historic sites are worth a visit.
Florence is also home to great artists such as Michelangelo, whose sculpture of David is housed in the Galleria dell' Academia among other works of art of his. The city of Florence has one of the richest histories in Europe and was the capital city of Italy before the capital shifted to Rome.
As a tourist in Florence one has a wide variety of choices of where to get accommodation. Tourists can be accommodated in hotels. Florence boasts of being home to a host of many international standard hotels. Tourists visiting Florence for a longer period may opt to seek alternative accommodation. Rental apartments are also an ideal accommodation for all tourists visiting Florence. The city has high quality rental apartments where the tourist can be accommodated. The rental apartments serve the tourist with a low budget but high quality service.
Florence has a good road network and traveling from one area to another is not a big hassle. One can use a taxi service or car hire service for self driving. Public transport is also available from the airport to all other areas. The city of Florence has a vibrant night life with many entertainment venues, bars, discos, theatres and movie houses. Every night in Florence can be filled with different entertainment activities.
Eating out in Florence is interesting, with local Italian cuisine such as pasta and a host of other international cuisine. One will be spoilt for choice of cuisine, with Italian, Chinese and many other recipes from around the world. Your experience in Florence will not be complete without shopping at the authentic boutiques from world famous designers who have their base in Florence. Christmas in Florence will be enjoyable and memorable, and just like the great artist from Florence this city will leave an impression in your life forever.
by: Gaizka Pujana
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