More than 700 years later, the Palazzo Pubblico & Civic Museum still serves the purpose for which it was built: to be a seat for the government of Siena. This prime example of Gothic architecture was originally used by the Council of Nine, made up of middle class residents who served two...
First day was a very sad day. In the morning while Uncle Wm. was reading in the Bible a cable came from Mother, telling of dear Cousin Mary’s death. London, ParisMonday, July 30At breakfast a letter from George in Paris, wanting us to meet him on the 30th so with an hours ...
The churches, like Santa Croce basilica, have golden-stone facades. Elegant fountains are scattered around. There’s the Duomo, the 72-meter-tall bell tower and the vibrant Sant’Oronzo square, the city’s pulsing heart. Different architectural styles congregate, the most striking being the Rom...
The churches, like Santa Croce basilica, have golden-stone facades. Elegant fountains are scattered around. There’s the Duomo, the 72-meter-tall bell tower and the vibrant Sant’Oronzo square, the city’s pulsing heart. Different architectural styles congregate, the most striking being the Roman...