Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
As I continue my journey through Italy, my next stop was Firenze. Leaving the train station, I was greeted by the echoes of the renaissance. Florence is a living piece of art. One of the most important pieces of architecture in Firenze is the Duomo. I was in true awe and shock when I first saw it, it stood tall with its intricate facade. It was like a painting, and Brunelleschi sure left his mark on the city. During the 4 days I spent in the city, I attended the 6pm mass every day. The sacred feel of the interior with its high ceilings and pristine details were unforgettable. I felt an emotional and personal experience every time.
One of the most memorable moments I had in Firenze was a cooking class I took with a local woman, that had the most beautiful kitchen space that overlooked all of Firenze. She was older, very knowledgeable and passionate about cooking. Her passion was evident, teaching me the art of creating from scratch. Beauty lies within the care and tradition of each dish.
Clet Abraham
Throughout the streets of Firenze, if you take a second to pay attention, you will notice these simple traffic signs with clever subversions all across the city. These belong to the artist Clet Abraham. My Italian tutor Gianluca was the one that first introduced me to his work, and I have been a fan ever since. Clet’s work is a modern disruption in a city of order and renaissance, and goes to show that even within serious architecture, there is room for humor.
The Statue of David
As my time in Firenze came to an end, its beautiful art and architecture left a lasting mark on me. The statue of David, The Birth of Venus, and so much more to admire. A city where art and history come together. Alla prossima volta, Firenze!
ARCH ECHO 
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