Florence and the Tuscany countryside
Posted by: janet in Languages, Italy - La Dolce Vita, Driving on
Jun 15, 2010
Visiting Florence in the summer months is a magical experience. The Uffizi Gallery offers a magnificent range of paintings and the finest collection of work by artisit Botticelli in the world - including The Birth of Venus' and 'Primavera' (Springtime).
The city itself is a living museum with wonderful piazzas, palaces and panoramas.... The view from the Piazzale Michelangelo over the city to the Duomo and Palazzo Vecchio is sublime. Florence is great for shopping too - from luxury designer wear around Piazza della Signoria to the jewellery shops of the Ponte Vecchio and the 'outlets' of Montevarchi.
Following the River Arno upstream towards the hills is a breath-taking experience. The villages of Bibbiene and Poppi are found on the road to Arezzo - probably one of the most scenic roads in Italy.
To enjoy the Valley of the River Arno and Florence this summer contact Janet, Holly, Rachel or Naomi now to plan your original and fascinating trip to Tuscany. www.grand-tourist.com
01829-751038 or janet@grand-tourist.com
