Florence revised

In retrospect, I think my first take on Florence was a bit harsh. Any city that withstands a few centuries of stampeding tourists is going to have a few battlescars. So, accentuating the positives...I crossed the Ponte Vecchio to see the other side with its beautiful gardens and museums and tiny side-street stores which kept me in fresh fruit, crusty bread, vino and proscuitto...and there is a spectacular view, from any bridge you choose, of the river lined with honey-coloured buildings and set against blue hills.

Another view

Mum in the Garden

The Arno and no tourists