We left Assisi early this morning. The valley
below, where we were staying, was thick with fog, although Assisi itself was
clear and sunny. We really have been very fortunate with the weather and have
managed to escape the rain and storms.
We are including below a few more photos from
Assisi, which we were unable to send last night due to our very slow internet
connection. Also included is the Leaning Tower of Pisa; a very impressive
structure and a very popular attraction. (3 ½
hours from Assisi by coach)
Another hour brought us to Firenze – home of
the Renaissance and centre of the arts in Italy. The boys had a few hours here
to walk down to the Ponte Vecchio, the oldest surviving bridge, once home to
butcher shops, but now lined with very expensive jewellery stores. They also
had their first real opportunity to do some shopping at the markets nearby and
to wander the streets still decorated with Christmas lights.
Tania Vial
Robert stroking the nose of the wild boar
at the markets in Firenze, in the hope that good luck will follow him.
Today we saw the leaning tower of Pisa
James
Cicogna
Reece, Robert and Brandon looking out
across the Arno river.
Great photo of the boar,not so sure about you Robbie? Only joking what a great photo. Looks like you having great fun. Take care we are all missing you
ReplyDeleteLove Mum (and dad and Justine)
Sam cicogna january 10, 2014
ReplyDeleteHey, James it looks like your leaning to one side, only joking its the tower of pisa. What a beautiful looking day and a great smile
Missing you
Love dad mum and sarah