a little bit of history
by margaretvn
One of my favourite artists is Michelangelo (born on March 6, 1475 in Caprese, [Italy], he died on Feb. 18, 1564 in Rome)Actually to be more precise Michelagnolo Buonarroti. He was considered the greatest living artist in his lifetime, and ever since he has been held to be one of the greatest artists of all times. Several of his works - paintings, sculpture and architecture are among the most famous in the world. These works include the frescoes on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican which are probably one of the best known of his works today. Michelangelo, himself though considered himself first and foremost a Sculptor. In his lifetime it was not unusual to practice several types of art if all of them were based on design or drawing. Michelangelo worked in marble sculpture all his life and in the other arts only at certain periods. The high regard for the Sistine ceiling is partly a reflection of the greater attention paid to painting in the 20th century and partly due to the fact that it was completed during his life, unlike many of the artist's works in the other materials.
SHOES!
by contadina
Bring tennies...the most comfortable ones you have. You will walk everywhere, unless you rent a bike or a moped. If you are a photographer, you're in heaven in florence. I recommend a lot of film.
Fabulous Eats and Shoots
by ForestqueenNYC about Mercato Centrale
The Mercato Centrale is not only a wonderful place to pick up fresh produce, meats, fish, oils, herbs and spices, but it is so colorful and full of life that there are incredible opportunities for some very creative photoshoots.
You can also eat at the little restaurants in the Mercato where you will find regional home cooking.
taxi for very fast service
by emiliano72
if you arrive with at the airport , you must go to the centre of florence .
with a taxy or by bus-shuttle from ariport.
in the centre you find all info for tour the cultural trip. or istorical interess ......
in the storic-center the best sistem is going on foot for the beutiful roadsaround the istorical costrution...and more more ...
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Serenaded in the Tuscan hills
by CJD68 about La Certosa
A charming 16th Century building set in the scenic Tuscan hills. Besides good food and an outdoor terrace, enjoy a opera singer to serenade you and some mood music from a pianist. Start with a glass of Campari, then on to a typical Tuscan meal and washed down with the local Chianti.
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Calcio Storico Fiorentino
Carpaccio di bresaola
At the winery
Florence, Duomo and Campanile
