Michelangelo’s David is on display at the Galleria dell’Accademia. (Photo by Todd DeFeo/The DeFeo Groupe)
Michelangelo’s David is on display at the Galleria dell’Accademia. (Photo by Todd DeFeo/The DeFeo Groupe)
The Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence, Italy, was consecrated in 1436. (Photo by Todd DeFeo/The DeFeo Groupe)
The Ponte Vecchio in Florence, Italy, was built in the 14th century and replaced older bridges. It was not destroyed during World War II unlike other bridges in the city. (Photo by Todd DeFeo/The DeFeo Groupe)
The Palazzo Vecchio, which dates to the 14th century, overlooks the Piazza della Signoria. The piazza is well-known for its copy of Michelangelo’s David statue as well as the gallery of statues in the adjacent Loggia dei Lanzi. (Photo by Todd DeFeo/The DeFeo Groupe)
Hercules Beating the Centaur Nessus (1599) is on displat in the Loggia dei Lanzi in Florence, Italy. (Photo by Todd DeFeo/The DeFeo Groupe)
FLORENCE, Italy (defeo.biz) — To say Florence is one of the most beautiful cities in Italy — or the world, for that matter — is an understatement.
Walking along the River Arno and enjoying the view is one of the greatest luxuries in life. So peaceful, so serene. It is hard — impossible really — to not let the worries of the world escape.
Now, whether it is climbing to the top of Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore in the heart of the city or taking in the view of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo, it seems like every view is more stunning than the last. And, that says nothing of the incredible art that can be found at every turn, such as Michelangelo’s David at the Galleria dell’Accademia.
That begs a simple question. How do you define Florence in a few photos?
It’s impossible. But, here are five photos that will make you yearn for more.
Todd DeFeo loves to travel anywhere, anytime, taking pictures and notes. An award-winning reporter, Todd revels in the experience and the fact that every place has a story to tell. He is the owner of The DeFeo Groupe and also edits Express Telegraph and Railfanning.org.
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