Scenes From Italy – Part Three: Siena and Florence, Tuscany – Jennifer's Journal

Scenes From Italy – Part Three: Siena and Florence, Tuscany

Published on May 30, 2012October 25, 2020 by J. Kelland Perry

During our week-long stay at the Tuscan villa, we took a couple of day trips to nearby centres of interest. I have no words to describe the incredible feelings I experienced visiting Siena and Florence. It comes as no surprise that these cities were named World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.
Siena is a must-see if you want to experience a historical throwback to medieval times. Famous for all of its culture and art, it is particularly known for the Palio, a traditional horse race that takes place in the Piazza del Campo twice a year.
And of course, Florence, the capital city of Tuscany, was unforgettable. The birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, it is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world due to its artistic and architectural heritage.

Here are some of my favourite shots of the two cities.

Our group entering Siena. Most of the walls that were built in the 10th and 11th century to surround the city still exist today.

one of the many steep, narrow streets of old Siena

a partial view of the city from a higher vantage point

Palazzo Pubblico – City Hall

Piazza Del Campo – Town Square

Duomo of Siena

Basilica of San Domenico

Shops and boutiques line many of the streets

Florence and the Arno River

Ponte Vecchio, an arch bridge over the Arno River

one of many statues in Florence

a replica of Michelangelo’s David

Palazzo Vecchio

Baptistry of St. John

facade of the Duomo of Florence – Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore

Duomo is the largest brick dome ever constructed.

doors of the Baptistry of St. John

main bronze door to Duomo

Coming soon: the northern Italian town of Stresa…

Scenes from Italy – Part Two: Tuscany (jenniferkellandperry.wordpress.com)

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bluerabbit says:

February 12, 2013 at 1:16 pm

Gorgeous photos! Looks like an amazing trip. Thanks so much for allowing us to come along.

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1. Jennifer's Journal says:
  
  February 12, 2013 at 2:00 pm
  
  Thank you. I’m glad you enjoyed them! It truly was a thrilling trip for us, and an experience we will never forget.
  
  And thanks for following Jennifer’s Journal. 🙂
  
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Bruce Meisterman says:

December 5, 2012 at 7:49 pm

Hi Jennifer,

Hope all is going well with you up in NL. I apologize for not responding sooner, but now that the book is out, I’ve been happily slammed. I’m still holding out hope of getting up there early next year.

Bruce

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