Florence Holidays

 In Tuscany, Italy one can find the beautiful Florence which lies on the River Arno and was even one the capital of Italy. Throughout the Middle Ages and well into the Renaissance period, the city of Florence played an important role in both architecture and art that would become a mainstay throughout Europe and the world.

With influences in Florence over the last 5,000 years, there is always something to see and do in this city of over 350,000 residents. From the Doumo to the Baptistery you can find a great number of sights to see while on a holiday in Florence. Some of the other popular sights in Florence include places like the Galleria degli Uffizi, Church of Santa Maria Novella, Ponte Vecchio, Boboli Gardens, Pitti Palace, Piazza della Signoria, Basilica of Santa Croce, Galleria dell'Accademia, Piazzale Michelangelo as well as the majestic little town of Fiesole.

Many people will insist that it is the city of Florence which is truly the center of Italian culture and heritage and many people find their way to this town every year as a means of getting away from the hustle and bustle of their home towns. With so many villas, apartments and hotels in the region of Tuscany, it is no wonder that the city is so popular. Most of the lodgings which are to be found in Florence range from three to five stars making Florence, Itly the perfect get-away holiday for someone wanting to visit Italy.