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 Arch of the Rib by hopang
Legend has it that the rib will fall on the head of the first person who walks underneath it and who has never told a lie. So far that person has not passed the arch as the rib is still hanging under the arch! Leave a Comment Address: Piazza delle Erbe, VeronaDirections: Located west of Piazza delle Erbe very close to the Fountain of Madonna.
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 San Lorenzo by hopang
The construction of the basilica began in 1419 by Filippo Brunelleschi on the location of the old church and was not completed until 1460 under the command of Antonio Manetti. The inner facades in white Carrera marble were the work of Michelangelo.
Two bronze pulpits designed by Donatello in 1460 are located at the end of the nave. The crucifix located at the high altar was the work of Baccio da Montelupo. A marble altar designed by Desiderio da Settignano is also located inside the basilica. Leave a Comment Address: Piazza di San Lorenzo, FlorencePhone: +39 055 216 634Directions: Located near San Lorenzo Market in the heart of the city of Florence.Website: http://www.sanlorenzo.firenze.it
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 Basilica of San Domenico by hopang
The basilica contains a Maesta by Guido da Siena which dates back to the 13th century. A portrait of St. Catherine by Andrea Vanni can be seen inside the chapel of St. Catherine which also contains many other popular paintings mostly the work of Sodoma. The area around Basilica of San Domenico has a spectacular view of the Duomo and the surrounding areas of historic city of Siena.
Opening hours are between 7.00 a.m. and 6.30 p.m. daily, closed during lunch hours. Admission to the basilica is free. Visit the Basilica of San Domenico if you have the time to spare! Leave a Comment Address: Piazza San Domenico, SienaPhone: +39 0577 286 848Directions: Located on the hill of Camporegio in Siena.Website: http://www.basilicacateriniana.com Other Contact: info@basilicacateriniana.com
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 Camposanto by hopang
The right doorway contains a Gothic tabemacle "Virgin Mary with Child" surrounded by four saints. The interior of Camposanto contains numerous collections of Roman sculptures and sarcophagi. The frescoes inside the cemetery are some of the finest examples of Medieval art that can be found in Italy. Leave a Comment Address: Piazza dei Miracoli, PisaDirections: Camposanto Monumentale is located at the north end of Piazza dei Miracoli in the heart of Pisa.Website: http://www.opapisa.it
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 The Bell Tower by hopang
Companile was designed by Giotto who began construction of the bell tower in 1334. It was not completed until after his death in 1337. The construction of the bell tower continued under Andrea Pisano and was completed in 1359 under Francesco Talenti.
The Bell Tower has no lift. Visitors are allowed to climb up the 414 steps to the top of the tower for a small fee. Leave a Comment Address: Piazza del Duomo, FlorencePhone: +39 055 215 380Directions: Located next ot the Duomo in the heart of the city of Florence.Website: http://www.duomofirenze.it
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 Fontana Di Trevi by hopang
Construction of Fontana Di Trevi began in 1732 and was not completed until 1762. It was designed by Nicola Salvi for Pope Clement XII. However Nicola Salvi died before the fountain was fully completed. Giuseppe Pannini took over the design of the fountain after Salvi's death. The fountain measures approximately 26 metres high and approximately 20 metres wide.
The statues in the center represent Neptune (God of the Sea) with two Tritons sculptured on either side. Poli Palace provides the magnificent backdrop. Take the opportunity to throw a coin over your left shoulder and make a wish. You will be guaranteed an early return to Rome. This is what most locals and foreign tourists are doing when they visit Fontana Di Trevi. Don't ask us why - just do as the Romans do! It is up to you to believe it or not. So far we have not returned to Rome since we last visited Rome in 2004! Leave a Comment Address: Piazza Di Trevi, Rome
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 Loggia della Signoria by hopang
Loggia della Signoria was designed by Benci di Cione and Simone Talenti, the same architects who designed the Duomo, between 1376 and 1382 for Florentine Republic for public ceremonies. It is one of the best examples of late Florentine Gothic style, a transition to Renaissance style.
It consists of wide arches open to the square supported by clustered Corinthian columns crowned by balustrade. There are two lions near the entrance, the left in 16th century style and the right in classical style. Beneath the arch on the right stands the statue "Rape of the Sabines" designed by Giambologna in 1583. Beneath the arch on the left stands the statue of Perseus designed by Benveneto Cellini in 1554.
In the middle part of the Loggia stands several statues such as Hercules and the Centaur also designed by Giambologna (1599), Menelaus supporting the body of Patroclus and the Rape of Polyxena designed by Pio Fedi in 1866. Take your time to examine the various statues at the Loggia! Leave a Comment Address: Piazza della Signoria, FlorenceDirections: Located next to Palazzo Vecchio and adjoining the Uffizi Gallery at Piazza della Signoria not far from Ponte Vecchio and the Arno River in the heart of Florence.
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 Piazza della Repubblica by hopang
Piazza della Repubblica is now the modern city center dotted with many sidewalk cafes, bars, restaurants and shopping arcades. The column that was erected in the center of the square is a copy of the Statue of Abundance which was replaced when the area was the site of the old market. Leave a Comment Address: Piazza della Repubblica, Florence
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 The Uffizi by hopang
Construction of the Uffizi Gallery began in 1560 following the design of Giorgio Vasari and completed in 1580 under architects Alfonso Parigi and Bernardo Buontalenti. It was home to the public offices (uffizi) which was commissioned by the Grand Duke Cosimo I.
Today it is home to many 17th and 18th centuries paintings of self-portraits by famous artists such as Vasari, Raphael, Bernini,Canova, Rubens, Rembrandt,Corot and Canova. Other world class paintings include the works of Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Giotto, Simone Martini and Titian. Don't misss the opportunity to visit the Uffizi Gallery in Florence if you are an art enthusiast! Leave a Comment Address: Piazza degli Uffizi, FlorenceDirections: Located between Palazzo Vecchio and the Arno River in the heart of the city of Florence.Website: http://www.nuoviuffizi.it
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Loggia del Consiglio is located on the northern end of Piazza dei Signori/Piazza Dante in the city of Verona. It is attached to Piazza degli Scaligeri. It was constructed in 1493 and was designed by Fra Giocondo. The palace is regarded as the finest Renaissance architectural building in Verona. It was home to City Council of Verona.
Loggia del Consiglio was the last building to be constructed at Piazza dei Signori. The roof of the building is fitted with statues of five great Veronese from the Roman era. They are Castello, Pliny, Marcus, Vitruvio and Cornelius. Paintings of historic importance and values commisioned by the City Council in the 16th century are located inside the building. Leave a Comment Address: Piazza dei Signori 5, VeronaDirections: Located on the northern end of Piazza dei Signori/Piazza Dante behind the Statue of Dante Alighieri. The building is attached to Palazzo degli Scaligeri on the western end.
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