March 8, 2010

• Florence Italy Art of the Past

  Frequently consider'Rome Light', Florence is the city of the Medici and art galore.  Despite this, there's a strange modern influence in this hallowed town.  Florence When it came to the Renaissance, Florence was definitely one of the places to be.  The city is full of examples of the past whether from great artist, design or significant sites.  The city center dominates travel guides, but gardens and interesting sites can be seen by just going through the city.  Head to the Santa Maria short story Church and you are in a ritzy section of the town.  High-end shops abound as do the HQ of famous fashion homes such as Versace and Ferragamo.  The Basso Fortress is worth looking at, but has been turned into roughly a modern convention center.  For evenings, you want to stroll over to the Santo Spirito Oltrarano area where you will find tons of cafeterias.  The area is especially nice as it contains the Medici's Boboli Gardens, which are definitely worth exploring with their fountains, walkways and, well, gardens.  Just go.  When it comes to art, Florence matches up with plenty of the top destinations in Europe.  You will find museums with Michelangelo's David and famous paintings from a selection of artists.  The museums tend to be packed, so be prepared.  Still, it is definitely one of those things you have to do.  The Florence Twist I may be burned at the stake for asserting this, but I found Florence to be largely forgettable.  There is no disputing the towns place in history nor the superb design, art and gardens throughout it.  Something about the place feels artificial.  It is as though Florence has turned into a modern city, but parades it's past solely for the all mighty holiday maker currency.  Then again, I could be incorrect.  regardless of your sentiments about Florence, it's a town you must definitely visit for the art.  I've barely stayed more than 2 days, and customarily only if I have missed a train. (…)

July 10, 2009

• Napier Art Deco Festival, New Zealand

  The period recognised and defined as the Art Deco period was 1925 through to 1939 . (…)

June 11, 2009

• A Look At The Scottish City Of Glasgow From An Art Lovers Perspective

  Glasgow is Scotland's largest, and most vibrant, city with excellent opportunities for shopping plus a highly enjoyable night scene. (…)