Firenze

i spent an amazing 5 weeks here studying the art, architecture, villas, and gardens. this trip was truly life changing; i cannot begin to explain it. italy has such a beautiful culture, language, and just a certain way of life about it and i miss dearly. i can’t wait to go back!

I’ve studied Art History for several years now, and thought I knew what to expect from Florence. What I didn’t know was how deeply it would affect me. Seeing great works in galleries is a wonderful thing, but doesn’t have near the impact of seeing great works in their original setting. I cried buckets of tears daily. My soul was awakened, and now I can only think of when and how I can go back.

So much to see – art (Michelangelo’s “David”, Botticelli’s “Birth of Venus”), the medieval Ponte Vecchio, the lovely multi-coloured Duomo and Santa Croce.

Eat.
Often.

And walk where you need to go.
Don’t be afraid to practice your little Italian.
E bene.
Vero.

I want to be there on 27-28 March 2009

We are going next week, and I want to see lots of art and drink lots of wine. Il vino rosso per favore.

Amazing. Such a great city atmosphere, my favorite urban area that I’ve seen in Italy

I feel at home here! Qui sono a casa mia. Questa e mia vera patria.

I met my current boyfriend on a school trip here. The most amazing place I’ve ever been.

i did not spend enough time here