After spending every weekend so far since I have been here traveling, I was extremely happy to spend some time in Florence and the Tuscan region. Friday my friends and I decided to walk around Florence aimlessly and explore some back areas of Florence. We wandered into the hills filled with large villas and breath taking views. After a while, and very out of breath, we arrived at Piazza Michelangelo. I had seen many pictures from this point, but after seeing it in person the pictures didn't do the view justice. I was able to view each and every inch of Florence from one point. With the mountains in the background, the church bells ringing, and just a tad bit of sunshine, it was perfect.
Saturday I woke up early to go on a field trip with my Art History class to two different tuscan country side towns. I was expecting to walk around and listen to my teacher explain the architecture and renaissance art found within the walls of the city, yet I was pleasantly surprised to find out that we were partaking in a wine and cheese tasting in both towns. The first town we visited was Montepulciano, a small renaissance town found near Siena. We walked through vineyards and grass fields to finally arrive at an old farmhouse filled with barrels of wine. We got a tour of how the wind is made and stored then ended with a tasting. I don't think I could tell you what the differences were in each of the wines we tasted, but they were delicious. The wine was accompanied by a variety of salami, breads, and cheese. I left with a very content stomach, and some knowledge of how wine is made. We then made our way to Pienza. A bit bigger of a town, but not by much. The rolling hills, small cottage like homes, and very few people made it that much more enjoyable. We walked the streets, visited the only church in the town and ended with yet another cheese tasting. So much cheese, and I could've still ate more. It was nice to escape to smaller towns and really take in Italy and the environment that I am living in.
Today I went to brunch with my friends where I ate the most scrumptious waffle covered in fruit with drizzled nutella on top. Heaven on a plate. I ran along the Arno river this afternoon, when the sun decided to make an appearance, and have finished off my day by preparing for the week ahead. This weekend one of my best friends from home will be visiting and I can't wait! Heres to yet another week in Florence filled with many adventures!
Always,
Sam
Today I went to brunch with my friends where I ate the most scrumptious waffle covered in fruit with drizzled nutella on top. Heaven on a plate. I ran along the Arno river this afternoon, when the sun decided to make an appearance, and have finished off my day by preparing for the week ahead. This weekend one of my best friends from home will be visiting and I can't wait! Heres to yet another week in Florence filled with many adventures!
Always,
Sam