Saturday and our last day in Florence. We've had a chance to wander around a bit each day, but all of today is dedicated to seeing this city. Florence has the narrow, cobblestone streets, but it also has lots of piazzas (squares) throughout the city. Pensione Pendini (our hotel) takes up 2 floors of a building that faces the Piazza Della Republica.
We start our day with a visit to the Galleria dell' Accademia (Academy of Fine Arts). This building is filled with paintings and sculptures, including Michelangelo's David. Prior to entering the building we are told "no picture taking"! So I was not able to take a picture of the famous statue, but not to worry, because I snapped a picture of the statue in the Piazza della Signora, which is a copy of David. Which to me looks exactly the same:)
Overall, our impression of Firenze was mixed. On one hand, the architecture, the art, the history was impressive and enjoyable, many photo ops as it were. On the other, it was even more crowded than Roma, which is saying a lot, the streets filled with tourists (though basically happy and congenial tourists) from early morning until late late at night. It was very difficult to find any empty spaces for photos or even just to walk. But it's also the perfect hub for seeing much of central Italy. All in all, a positive experience.
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