Italy: Meandering the Mediterranean Boot
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Travel Sketch in Saint Mark's Square, Venice
As an architecture professor, I can't think of a better place to find inspiration than Italy, the birthplace of the Renaissance and home to countless artists, thinkers, master builders and their inspiring creations.
We began our twelve-day trip in Venice, on the northeast side of the boot, and worked our way southwest, wrapping up our travels in the capital city of Rome. Although we were on the move quite a bit, there was plenty of time to relax, sketch, and take in the country’s wonderful culture (pasta, cheese and wine!)
Here’s a photographic recap of the adventure. For more photos, along with building names, be sure to check out our Italy Gallery.
Venice
The artist-merchant city with charming waterways
Venice's most popular mode of transportation
Florence and Pisa
where the renaissance began; home of the world-famous leaning bell tower
Florence's skyline proudly displaying the Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore
Assisi and Cortona
The birthplace of St. Francis, founder of the Franciscan religious order; a rustic city in Italy’s Tuscany region
Basilica of San Francesco d'Assisi
Pompeii and Capri
The ancient Roman city preserved by the volcano Vesuvius; its gorgeous island neighbor
Faraglioni di Capri
Rome
The capital of italy, home to some of the world's most famous history and architecture
Altar of the Fatherland
Have you been to Italy? We'd love to hear about your favorite part of the country.
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