Arezzo
Tuscany - City center
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Walk - about 2 hours - 5€
(ex. suppl.2€)
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A Must |
Arezzo is one of the most delightful tours in Tuscany. This is partly because its magnificent medieval town centre, rich in architectural references, has been preserved and is for the most part pedestrianised. However it’s also because the town’s artistic heritage spans several periods in the history of art: the 14th century at the Pieve Church, the 15th century at the Basilica of San Francesco, the 16th century at the Casa di Vasari and the 18th century at the Badia Church. Furthermore, the basilica of San Francesco is home to a series of paintings considered to be one of the major treasures of Italy’s heritage, irrespective of era or region. We’re referring to the frescos entitled “The Legend of the True Cross” a masterpiece by Piero Della Francesca, one of Italy’s greatest Renaissance painters. These recently restored frescos impart a deep sense of peace to all that view them and immense admiration for the limitless talent of this exceptional artist.
Our audio tour will take us through the streets and lanes of the old city, concentrating in particular on its medieval and Renaissance heritage.
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Places and topics covered
1 : Piazza Guido Monaco, 2 : Basilica of San Francesco, 3 : Corso Italia, 4 : Church of Santa Maria della Pieve, 5 : Piazza Grande, 6 : Vasari Loggia and medieval houses, 7 : Palazzo Pretorio, 8 : Casa di Petrarch, 9 : Cathedral, 10 : church of San Domenico, 11 : Casa di Vasari, 12 : the Badia church and the Baroque frescos of Andréa Pozzo
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Informations
Author: Christine Darmagnac
Departure point: Piazza Guido Monaco
Arrival point: Piazza della Badia
Access: If you’re coming by car, you’ll be able to park nearby and walk to the square. To find it, follow signs for “Piazza Della Repubblica”. This is the square in front of the station or “stazione” in Italian.
Times: The (rather erratic) opening hours of the Basilica of San Francesco are:
• Monday to Saturday from 9 am to 6 pm,
• Sundays and holidays, from 1 pm to 6 pm,
It is closed on Saint Anthony’s Day, the 13th of June, and also on Saint Francis’ Day, the 4th of October.
Comments: “The Legend of the True Cross” is an absolute masterpiece which you really must see. Try and find the time to visit the Basilica of San Francesco. In any case, do bear in mind that it is compulsory to book. The easiest way to do this is on the website www.pierodellafrancesca.it
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