Florence: A Wonderful City In The Tuscany Region
A visit to Florence in the Tuscany Region of Italy is an incredible trip. You have so many things to see and things to do, not the least of which is dining and sampling incredible Italian wine in the middle of the vineyards. Florence is home to some of the trendiest boutiques, exquisite architecture, the most beautiful churches and cathedrals and some of the most well known museums in southern Europe. Use an Expedia coupon to find the package to Florence that fits into your budget.
The Top Destinations in Florence
Once you have booked your trip to Florence with Expedia, you can start to figure out the sites you must visit. One of the most incredible of Florence’s sites is Cattedrale de Santa Maria del Fior, the cathedral or its Duomo. The duomo began construction in the year 1296 and was finally dedicated in 1436. The cathedral can hold up to 20,000 people. Climb to the top of Brunelleschi’s Dome up the 463 steps it takes to get there to see a construction masterpiece. Visit their website for information on hours of operation.
The Galleria degli Uffizi is home to the Renaissance art collection that is the most important in the world. Visit their site to get an idea of how incredible it is. You should purchase your tickets well in advance to avoid long lines that form. It is also the most popular of Florence’s museums. It is home to tons of works of art from tapestries, to illuminations, sculptures and paintings ranging from medieval times to the present. You can find works from Raphael, Leonardo da Vinci Giotto and Michelangelo to name some of the amazing artists whose finest work is on display.
When you schedule your vacation to Italy through Expedia you will be able to plan on seeing the Baptistry of John the Baptist. It is considered to be one of the oldest buildings in Florence dating back to the 11th century. Outside green and white marble adorn the outer walls as well as the three sets of doors (that are reproductions) are made of bronze. In the Duomo Museum you will be able to view the original doors. You will not be disappointed if you experience the beauty and romance of the Tuscany region by booking your trip with Expedia.
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