Firenze

Had a great day in Florence yesterday. Didn't have to rush around as we will go back another day or two while we are here. Caught the train from Pescia - a nice relaxing way to travel. That means I slept most of the way.  Firenze is pretty crowded with tourists but it didn't affect us too much. Walked to the impressive Duomo and Baptistry. The Bapistery was wrapped in glad wrap albeit the doors were partially exposed and oh so beautiful.  The queue to get into the Duomo was huge so we decided to admire it externally and come back later in the hope of a shorter queue.

Wandered down the main drag which contains minor sights which still take your breath away.  One of the breathtaking sights for John was a Roman soldier in bronze which he promptly bought.  The palazzo Vexxhio and Uffuzi Gallery are all within easy walking distance as is the Ponte Vecchio.  Loved browsing through the gold and silver shops on the bridge with a husband who was more than willing to shell out. 

Had a visit to the Pitti Palace and the Boboli Gardens with its wonderful views of Florence.  Went through the Costume Gallery. You would have loved it, Cait and Lans. The dresses were exquisite.  Here are two of the wedding dresses.

Strolled along the green Arno River to San Croce Square where Michelangelo is buried and then back to the Duomo to join a much shorter queue and see the simple beautiful interior of this exquisite cathedral. Up to Mercata Centrale and that was more than our poor feet could bear.  Mix all this up with cappuccinos, food, meeting people and you have a wonderful day in Florence.