The Galleria dell’Accademia di Firenze, or “Gallery of the Academy of Florence”, is an art museum in Florence that is most famous for the famous statue of Michelangelo’s David. Although you may see other replicas of the statue of David in Florence, the Gallery of the Academy has housed the original statue of David sinceContinue reading “The Gallery of the Academy – Florence”
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The Ponte Vecchio – Florence
The Ponte Vecchio (Old Bridge), is one of the most famous landmarks of Florence Italy. The bridge spans the Arno river and houses many jewelry shops and other shops of interest. Believed to be first built in Roman times the bridge has been rebuilt over the centuries because of floods. The Ponte Vecchio isContinue reading “The Ponte Vecchio – Florence”
A Day At The Colosseum – Rome Italy
No trip to Rome is complete without visiting the Colosseum and every time I am in Rome I make time to see this magnificent structure. Built in less than 10 years between 70AD to 80AD it is the largest of the Roman amphitheaters and could hold up to 50,000 spectators. The structureContinue reading “A Day At The Colosseum – Rome Italy”
A Walk Through The Vatican Museum – Rome Italy
A Walk Through The Vatican Museum – Rome Italy A Walk Through The Vatican Museum – Rome Italy The entrance to the museum is on the opposite side of Vatican from the Piazza St Peter. A short walk around the block takes you to this unassuming entrance. Entrance fees are about $11 euro. Be sureContinue reading “A Walk Through The Vatican Museum – Rome Italy”
Roscioli Restaurant – Rome
Roscioli Restaurant – Rome Just a short walk from Campo di Fiori is Roscioli Restaurant and Salumeria. This place is one of my favorites when visiting Rome. Open for luncha dn dinner be sure to make reservations because it is always busy. Roscioli Restaurant – Rome Warm cheese with pickled greens. Roscioli Restaurant – RomeContinue reading “Roscioli Restaurant – Rome”
The Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius – Musei Capitolini – Rome
The bronze statue of Emperor Marcus Aurelius that stands in the center of the Piazza del Campidoglio is a replica of the original that was moved inside the museum in 1981. Still, in every sense, it is a beautiful work of art and was hand crafted in much the same manner as the original. TheContinue reading “The Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius – Musei Capitolini – Rome”
Musei Capitolini – Rome
One of the most beautiful museums in Rome and a must see while you are in the Eternal City is the Musei Capitolini. Before you even walk in through the entrance the beauty of the museum’s architecture and statues that adorn the massive piazza is a magnificent sight. The piazza and many of the museum’s buildingsContinue reading “Musei Capitolini – Rome”
Assisi Italy
The hill top town of Assisi is located in the province of Perugia in Umbria and is the birthplace of St Francis of Assisi. Assisi looks down on the surrounding hills and valleys and the miles and miles of olive groves. This is a popular stop for tourists and the town caters to them asContinue reading “Assisi Italy”
The Ara Pacis Augustae – Altar of Augustan Peace- Rome
The Ara Pacis Augustae, or Alter of Augustan Peace, is commonly known as simply the Alter of Peace and sits beside the Tiber River in Rome. The monument to celebrate the conquests of Augustus was commemorated around 9BC. An interesting fact concerning the alter is that it was originally located in a flood plainContinue reading “The Ara Pacis Augustae – Altar of Augustan Peace- Rome”
Borghese Museum Gardens – Rome
One of my favorite museums in Rome is the Museo Borghese. The museum hosts some of the most beautiful collections of paintings, mosaics, and statues to be found. Works by Bernini, Raffaello, Caravaggio, and many others are featured as well as statues and mosaics dating back to the ancient Greek and Roman eras. The BorgheseContinue reading “Borghese Museum Gardens – Rome”
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