A very arduous trek up to the top of the hill behind the Pitti Palace. The gardens go on for quite some time after you reach the top. To the left, not pictured, is Ft. Belvedere, a fort that Michelangelo helped design.
Florence - The EuroTraveler seeks out to discover the art and architecture of the city that gave birth to the Renaissance. January 11th 2009 The Art of the Renaissance is everywhere in Florence and lies awaiting discovery and scrutiny by all whose curiosity is piqued by the masters' creative genius. Guided by skillful hands, these gifted artists created masterpieces on canvas, in marble, in writing and in the design of some of the most inspiring architecture in the world. Monuments and buildings designed by Michelangelo - the Florentin ... read more
Europe » Italy » Tuscany » Florence Italy became a nation-state in 1861 when the city-states of the peninsula, along with Sardinia and Sicily, were united under King Victor EMMANUEL II. An era of parliamentary government came to a close in the early 1920s when Benito MUSSOLINI establis... ... read more
I am an aspiring world traveler who hopes to experience the many cultures of Europe. As I travel, I love to take pictures and journal my experiences so I never forget a memory. These postings are tales from memorable European adventures thus far. Enjoy reading about the exciting places we visited, the hotels and villas we stayed in and finally, the amazing food we enjoyed. Also, be sure to visit theeurotraveler.com and check out the various links and resources to help you plan your next European holiday. Our adventures began a few years ago and will continue long into th... full info