Download or read book The Cognoscenti s Guide to Florence written by Louise Fili and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2017-08-01 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shop and eat like a Florentine with this newly updated pocket-sized guide to the best of the magnificent Tuscan city known for its art, culture, and cuisine. Celebrated graphic designer and self-described Italophile Louise Fili, with connoisseur of all things Lise Apatoff, takes you on eight walks through Florence, discussing more than seventy of the city's most alluring shops—some run by the same families for generations, others offering young entrepreneurs' fresh interpretations of traditional techniques. Discerning travelers will discover rare books and charming hats, vintage Pucci and handmade shoes, cioccolate da bere (drinkable chocolate), colorful buttons, and bolts of rich silk fabric in this enchanting introduction to makers and purveyors of cloths, home decor, accessories, specialty foods, and much more. For each shop, there is a full-color photo, description of specialties, and information on location and hours of operation.
Download or read book The Civilized Shopper s Guide to Florence written by Louise Fili and published by New York Review of Books. This book was released on 2007 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Eight walks take shoppers to unique shops that uphold Italian standards of quality, craftsmanship, and creativity. With this discriminating book as a guide, visitors will find a trove of eighty shops that only native Florentines know well. In its pages you’ll find exquisite handmade lingerie, jewelry inspired by Renaissance paintings, handcrafted leather boxes, beautifully tailored shirts for men and women, vintage French and Italian designer clothing, shoes, hats, gourmet items, and much, much more. The walks include forty dining recommendations from where to get a quick caffe-ciok (“the best thing to ever happen to espresso, hot chocolate, and steamed milk”) to a sumptuous Tuscan meal. The book also serves as an informative guide to often perplexing opening days and hours, the always perplexing street numbering system, and shopping etiquette.
Download or read book Florence written by Patty Civalleri and published by 1-Take Multimedia. This book was released on 2018-09 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Plunge into a non-traditional Florence Italy Travel Guide that will get you hooked before you ever leave home. In this guide book , you will not find information about food, bars or hotels in Florence. Any website or app will give you such information, right? Sure, while on your trip, you will want to enjoy great Italian meals and wine . And you will. Because amazing food is on every single block of this city - but you won t need a guidebook to find them. The reason why Florence is important is because this is where the Renaissance began. Florence is all about stories - stories about romance, mystery, adventure, pain and hardship, joy and laughter. Stories about that group of rock stars that you may already know something about: Michelangelo , da Vinci , Botticelli , Donatello , Machiavelli , Raphael , Dante , Galileo and more. But did you know that they were all from Florence? That most of these guys actually knew each other? And that these were the guys that started the Renaissance? See? You have just learned something cool... It s that easy! Think "PEOPLE" Magazine meets Michelangelo ~ Trivia and factoids of the Florence Renaissance You will want to read this book during the plane flight over!
Download or read book Florence written by Touring club italiano and published by Touring Editore. This book was released on 1999 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For over a century, the Touring Club of Italy has been publishing the country's most authoritative guidebooks and maps. The Heritage Series is the expert's guide to travel and sightseeing in Italy. Each volume includes museums, town histories, churches, landmarks, and archaeological sites. There are dozens of maps that give an overview of each city, plus detailed neighborhood plans. Listings of accommodations and restaurants are complete with addresses, price ranges, hours, and phone and fax numbers.
Download or read book An Art Lover s Guide to Florence written by Judith Testa and published by Northern Illinois University Press. This book was released on 2012-09-15 with total page 279 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: No city but Florence contains such an intense concentration of art produced in such a short span of time. The sheer number and proximity of works of painting, sculpture, and architecture in Florence can be so overwhelming that Florentine hospitals treat hundreds of visitors each year for symptoms brought on by trying to see them all, an illness famously identified with the French author Stendhal. While most guidebooks offer only brief descriptions of a large number of works, with little discussion of the historical background, Judith Testa gives a fresh perspective on the rich and brilliant art of the Florentine Renaissance in An Art Lover's Guide to Florence. Concentrating on a number of the greatest works, by such masters as Botticelli and Michelangelo, Testa explains each piece in terms of what it meant to the people who produced it and for whom they made it, deftly treating the complex interplay of politics, sex, and religion that were involved in the creation of those works. With Testa as a guide, armchair travelers and tourists alike will delight in the fascinating world of Florentine art and history.
Download or read book Florence in Detail written by Claudio Gatti and published by Rizzoli International Publications. This book was released on 2003 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offers a comprehensive overview of Florence, Italy, and its mainstay attractions, as well as shopping, restaurants, historical sites, pastry shops, walking tours, street markets, and other riches in neighboring towns as well as top picks for what to see and where to go.
Download or read book The Companion Guide to Florence written by Eve Borsook and published by . This book was released on 1979 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Richly informative, an admirable piece of historical writing offers lively interest wherever it is opened'YORKSHIRE POST
Download or read book A New Guide of Florence and Its Vicinity written by H. C. Wilson and published by . This book was released on 1857 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Strolling through Florence written by Mario Erasmo and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2017-11-30 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To walk through Florence is to step into one of the most remarkable histories of any European city. From its establishment by Julius Caesar in the first century BC, through its Golden Age at the epicentre of the Italian Renaissance, to its position as an iconic cultural destination in the twenty-first century, Florence is a small city that packs a lot of punch. This is the city of Dante and Boccaccio, Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, the Medici, Botticelli, Donatello and the `Mad Monk' Savonarola. Their stories permeate every corner of Florence, but the city's contemporary scene is just as alluring, from cutting edge art and fashion to food. It is only by exploring Florence on foot that the visitor can truly experience everything the city has to offer.
Download or read book Florence Travel Guide written by Daniel Windsor and published by Interactive Media Licensing. This book was released on 2024-06-19 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Florence, the capital of Italy’s Tuscany region, is a city that effortlessly marries its historical significance with contemporary vibrancy. Known as the cradle of the Renaissance, Florence boasts a rich tapestry of art, culture, and history that has captivated travelers and scholars alike for centuries. This travel guide serves as an introduction that will delve into various aspects of Florence, providing insights into its unique charm and enduring allure. Nestled in the heart of Tuscany, Florence's picturesque landscape is characterized by rolling hills, lush vineyards, and scenic vistas that have inspired countless artists and poets. The city's architectural marvels, from the iconic Duomo to the Ponte Vecchio, stand as testaments to its glorious past. Yet, Florence is not merely a relic of bygone eras; it is a living, breathing city that continues to evolve while honoring its heritage. Florence's significance extends beyond its physical beauty. It is a hub of intellectual pursuit and creative expression, having been home to some of the greatest minds in history, including Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Galileo Galilei. The city’s museums, galleries, and libraries house invaluable collections of art and manuscripts, offering a window into the profound contributions Florence has made to global culture and knowledge. As we embark on this journey through Florence, we will explore its history, from its ancient roots to its modern-day splendor. We will also examine the practical aspects of traveling to and within the city, ensuring that visitors can fully appreciate what Florence has to offer. Additionally, we will provide an overview of the accommodations available, catering to a range of preferences and budgets, so that every traveler can find their ideal stay in this enchanting city. Whether you are an art enthusiast, a history buff, or simply someone seeking the beauty and warmth of an Italian city, Florence promises an unforgettable experience. This eBook aims to capture the essence of Florence, offering a comprehensive guide that celebrates its past, present, and future.
Download or read book Insight Guides Pocket Florence Travel Guide eBook written by Insight Guides and published by Apa Publications (UK) Limited. This book was released on 2016-10-01 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Insight Pocket Guide Florence From Michelangelo's David, to the Uffizi Gallery, to the world-class eateries dotted around the city, Florence has an abundance of culture that attracts visitors from all over the world. Insight Pocket Guide Florence is a concise, full-colour travel guide that combines lively text with vivid photography to highlight the best that this iconic city has to offer. Inside Florence Pocket Guide: Where To Go details all the key sights in the city, while handy maps on the cover flaps help you find your way around, and are cross-referenced to the text. Top 10 Attractions gives a run-down of the best sights to take in during your stay in Florence. Perfect Tour provides an itinerary of the city. What To Do is a snapshot of ways to spend your spare time, from soaking up culture at one of the city's many galleries, to sampling some of the local gelato (ice cream). Essential information about the history and culture of Florence. Eating Out covers the city's best cuisine. Curated listings of the best hotels and restaurants. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides has over 40 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps as well as picture-packed eBooks to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture together create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure. 'Insight Guides has spawned many imitators but is still the best of its type.' - Wanderlust Magazine
Download or read book Florence and Tuscany written by Ted Jones and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2012-10-15 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The magical landscapes and rich culture of Tuscany have fostered the inspiration and settings for literature since the works of the great Florentine poets Dante, Petrarch and Boccaccio in the 14th century and has been a magnet for expatriate writers since the arrival in Florence of the English poet Geoffrey Chaucer in 1372. With its historic cities and villages; its verdant countryside and crepuscular coastline; its treasury of art covering five millennia and, above all, its long heritage of authorship, Tuscany one of the most celebrated and well-travelled regions in the world. As the source of the Italian language and birthplace of the Renaissance, Tuscany lies at the historic and cultural heart of Italy, and has remained an irresistible attraction to writers for six centuries. This book is a journey that follows in their footsteps; from John Milton and Thomas Gray to the Brownings, the Shelleys, Charles Dickens, D. H. Lawrence, Thomas Hardy, E. M. Forster, Mark Twain, Muriel Spark and many others.Florence and Tuscany: A Literary Guide for Travellers takes the literary-minded traveller (either in person or in an armchair) on a vivid and illuminating journey, retracing the footsteps of writers who have lived and worked in, or been inspired by, the history and landscape of Tuscany from John Milton and Thomas Gray to the Brownings, the Shelleys, Charles Dickens, D. H. Lawrence, Thomas Hardy, E.M. Forster, Mark Twain Muriel Spark and many others. For anyone who has fallen under a Tuscan spell, as so many have before, this book - the first of its kind - will prove enthralling reading.
Download or read book Insight Guides Explore Florence Travel Guide eBook written by Insight Guides and published by Apa Publications (UK) Limited. This book was released on 2019-09-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pocket-sized travel guides featuring the very best routes and itineraries. Discover the best of Florence with this indispensably practical Insight Explore Guide. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see attractions like Piazza Del Duomo, the Uffizi, Piazza San Marco, the Bobble Garden and Piazzale Michelangelo, to discovering hidden gems, including San Marco museum, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking routes will save you time, help you plan and enhance your visit to Florence. Practical, pocket-sized and packed with inspirational insider information, this is the ideal on-the-move companion to your trip to Tuscany. - Over 14 walks and tours: detailed itineraries feature all the best places to visit, including where to eat along the way - Local highlights: discover what makes the area special, its top attractions and unique sights, and be inspired by stunning imagery - Insider recommendations: where to stay and what to do, from active pursuits to themed trips - Hand-picked places: find your way to great hotels, restaurants and nightlife using the comprehensive listings - Practical maps: get around with ease and follow the walks and tours using the detailed maps - Informative tips: plan your visit with an A to Z of advice on everything from transport to tipping - Inventive design makes for an engaging, easy-reading experience - Covers: Orsanmichele to the Ponte Vecchio, Santa Maria Novella to San Marco, the Accademia to the Museo Archeologico, the Pitti Palace and more. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.
Download or read book A Travel Guide to Renaissance Florence written by James Barter and published by Lucent Books. This book was released on 2003 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines the history, people, educational system, scientific and artistic discoveries, social structure, shopping, festivals, and famous artists of Florence.
Download or read book Florence A young travellers guide written by Lorenzo Domizioli and published by Giunti Editore. This book was released on 2001 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Highlights places of interest for children to visit in Florence. 8 yrs+
Download or read book The Companion Guide to Florence written by Eve Borsook and published by . This book was released on 1983 with total page 438 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Florence written by Edoardo Bonechi and published by . This book was released on 1960 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
