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Extract from the Florence (Firenze) Travel Guides: Since early in the nineteenth century
FLORENCE
has been celebrated as the most beautiful city in Italy. Stendhal staggered around its streets in a perpetual stupor of delight; the Brownings sighed over its idyllic charms; and E.M. Forster's
Room with a View
portrayed it as the great southern antidote to the sterility of Anglo-Saxon life. For most people Florence comes close to living up to the myth only in its first, resounding impressions. The pinnacle of Brunelleschi's stupendous cathedral dome dominates the cityscape, and the close-up view is even more breathtaking, with the multicoloured
Duomo
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Going Out : Late drinks
People in Florence go out very late - after 11! Especially in summer as they spend the entire evening eating with family and then hit the bars and clubs. So don't go home because its quiet before midnight.
Posted by
Michael Robinson
on 07/02/2004 16:18:29
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Culture : Alcoholics abroad
In Italy don't be surprised if people look at you strangely if you have more than a couple of drinks. The Italians drink very little and can sit in front of half a pint for several hours.
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Michael Robinson
on 07/02/2004 16:08:43
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Going Out : Ice cream
When in Florence, you must visit one of the best Ice cream bars in Florence called Gelateria Slurp.
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florence
on 28/12/2003 00:50:17
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To Do And See : Fiesole
A trip to Florence is not complete without visiting Fiesole where you will find fantastic views of of the city, great cafe's, a Roman theatre and Etruscan remains.
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To Do And See : Uffizi Gallery
To see a collection of some of the greatest artists visit the Uffizi Gallery
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on 22/11/2003 14:37:40
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To Do And See : piazza Michelangelo
Go and visit piazza Michelangelo where you can see a wonderful view of florence and Ponte Vecchio the famous bridge.
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