Visited Duomo di Firenze 🇮🇹

#italytrip Visiting the Duomo di Firenze was like stepping into a masterpiece! 🎨 This iconic cathedral in the heart of Florence is breathtaking with its intricate marble facade of green, pink, and white, and of course, Brunelleschi's magnificent dome towering above. The entrance fee for the cathedral itself is free, but I highly recommend purchasing the full access ticket for €30, which includes the climb up to the dome. 🏛️ It’s a bit of a workout (463 steps!), but the view from the top is absolutely worth it. You get a stunning panorama of Florence, with its red-tiled roofs and the Tuscan hills in the background. 🌄 Inside, the frescoes on the interior of the dome are spectacular, depicting the Last Judgment in vivid detail. The sense of history is almost overwhelming. I also visited the Baptistery with its famous bronze doors, known as the "Gates of Paradise," and the Museo dell’Opera del Duomo, which houses incredible sculptures, including Michelangelo’s Pietà. 🖼️ Don’t miss Giotto’s Campanile; climbing the bell tower offers another amazing perspective of the Duomo and the city below. After exploring the cathedral complex, I grabbed a gelato from a nearby café and just soaked in the atmosphere of Piazza del Duomo, watching tourists and locals alike admire this architectural wonder. Florence truly feels like a living art gallery, and the Duomo is its crowning jewel! 🌟 #trip #duomodifirenze #florenceviews #brunelleschidome #italianart #tuscany