The Birthplace Of The Renaissance

There are excellent, specialised travel companies providing university trips to a

huge range of destinations with a focus on a wide variety of subjects. Giving students the opportunity to travel and experience their favoured subject first hand is certain to enrich their learning and understanding. Imagine visiting the ruins of Pompeii, for example, and re-living the days before the city was destroyed; discovering the ruins will surely bring the story to life for students. Or think about spending time absorbing the sights, smells and sounds of Marrakesh and getting a real insight into a very different culture and way of life. The benefits of university trips with a focus on educational development are unlimited.

These companies will provide a personal service that allows you to discuss your students" requirements with travel experts and design a tailor-made or tweaked itinerary. You may decide to combine the focus of one trip or visit more than one destination and with the help of the experts you can get the best program for the students concerned.

Here is what students may learn on an Art or History focused trip to Florence.

The History, Art and Architecture of Florence

One of Italy"s most stunning cities, Florence boasts a feast of wonderful museums and art galleries, beautiful gardens, exquisite palaces and breath taking architecture. It is therefore an excellent destination for university trips focused on any of these aspects.

The city"

Just walking down the streets in Florence and looking up at the buildings you are blown away by the different architectural features, all legacies left from the various eras and chapters in the city"s history. You will be mesmerised by the abundance of Renaissance attributes to be found here, even before you have stepped into a museum. The grand piazzas are perfect places to sit and contemplate the rich, interesting and often complex history that has made Florence what it is today. The city is abundant in historical significance and was a very important trade centre from the time of The Middle Ages. It has always been a wealthy and strategically important city and is still respected as such in European heritage today.

But the city is undoubtedly most famed for its connection to Renaissance art. It is here that you can visit The Accademia museum that houses the splendid Statue of David, sculpted by Michelangelo from the marble brought down from the quarries in nearby Ferarra. For university trips focused on the history of art you can explore The Uffizi Galleries, home to the biggest collection of Renaissance art in the world. As well, the main cathedral stands in the centre of the city in all its glory and there are several other interesting churches to visit.

And beyond"

The city sits on the River Arno and is surrounded by stunning countryside. Students on university trips may benefit from extending their travels, venturing out of Florence and visiting some of the other historically important Tuscan cities, for example Pisa, Siena and Lucca, all of which had an impact on the way Florence developed.

As well as being rich in history, Florence has embraced the modern Italian culture and absorbed it into the city"s embroidery. This harmonious connection of old and new is reflected in the way that modern shops are built into old palaces and the huge piazzas are adorned with markets and caf culture. The food markets are colourful, vibrant and frequented by the old and young alike, testament to the way the Italians hold on to traditional values and familial ties.

A fascinating and diverse destination for any student, Florence is full of opportunities to experience some very important European history and culture.

by: Robert Emdur

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