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For much of the middle ages, Pisa’s powerful navy ensured its dominance of the western
Mediterranean. Trading links with Spain and North Africa in the 12th century brought vast
mercantile wealth and formed the basis of a scientific and cultural revolution that is still
reflected in Pisa’s splendid buildings – especially the Duomo, Baptistry and Campanile
(Leaning Tower). Pisa’s decline began in 1284, with its defeat by Genoa, and was hastened
by the silting up of the harbour. The city fell to the Florentines in 1406, but suffered its
worst crisis in 1944 when it fell victim to allied bombing. For more information about Pisa
please visit the Tourist Consortium of the PISA AREA WEBSITE.

The arts in Italy have had a long and glorious history and Italians are very proud of this.
Given the fact that Italy has more than 100,000 monuments, all of which have major
historical significance, it is not surprising that there is a storage of funds to keep them in
good repair. Many museums in Italy are closed, or partially closed. However, with tourism
now accounting for around 3% of Italy’s Gross Domestic Product, efforts are being made to
put as many buildings and collections on show as possible.


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What a fantastic way to
experience Florence! We saw
and learned so much more
that we might have done on
foot and it gave us a good
introduction and overview so
we could choose the bits we
wanted to explore in more
detail. Great, well informed
guide who went out of her way
to explain and deal with our
questions. Thank you and well
done.

Geoff Roberts



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