Situated in the heart of Tuscany, the beautiful city of Florence is one of the most historically rich cities in Italy. In fact it was the epicenter of the famous renaissance revival during the 15th century, which changed the very way we look at classical art today. Florence is the city where great artists like Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci lived and honed their skills. Who can forget Dante and Boccaccio, two of the greatest classical poets of all times who hail from this beautiful city? We can thus safely say that this "cradle of Renaissance" gave the world of art one of the best gifts it would ever receive.
As you walk around this beautiful city situated on the banks of River Arno, you will realize that it is like a museum that displays some of the most stunning works of art in the world. In fact, it is very convenient to go on a walking tour around Florence as it takes just half an hour to stroll across the length of the city. As you marvel at the sights and sounds of the city, you will also be able to note the unmistakable historic aura that pervades the entire of Florence.
Some of the most important artworks in Florence include the wonderful Duoma, Church of Santa Maria Novella, the Ponte Vecchio (old bridge) and the famous Michelangelo "David". As you go back in time while admiring these beautiful works you will really start admiring the Medici's who ruled during the Renaissance period and gave full freedom to all their artists and inventors to flourish.
As you plan a trip to the wonderful city of Florence, you will find a wide range of accommodation available that caters to travelers of all categories. But you must take care to make your bookings well in advance because accommodation is quite difficult to find in Florence during the tourist season that falls in the summer months.
