After our tour of the Duomo we had lunch and headed to the Accademia Gallery. Most famous for its statue of David by Michelangelo. The gallery was very popular with long lines waiting to get in all day long.
Other artwork included Christ the crucifixion.
The resurrection.
Virgin Saints with The Blessed Mother and Child Jesus, including St Catherine, St Lucey, St Agatha.
one of many artworks in decorative wood frames.
Basilica Santa Croce. Situated across the other side of Florence and was on the way back to our accommodation was worth a stop and look in.
The nave.
The altar and aps. The Santa Croce is run by Franciscan monks as can be seen by the crusifix above the altar.
One of the side altars Featuring the Assumption.
Chapel featuring the Blessed Virgin.
The tomb of Michelangelo.
The tomb of Galilee Galileo.
Outside the Santa Croce in the courtyard.
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