I can’t believe 2015 is coming to an end. I was going through some of my old pictures that I haven’t sorted through yet and I came across these ones that I took during my trip to Italy last summer–Siena, Italy, to be specific. We only spent about 1-2 days in every city, so looking back through the pictures, I had to do a double take to make sureย that these were indeed from Siena. But as soon as I saw the cathedral, I knew I had it right. Siena’s cathedral was very unique–the facade is super elaborate and detailed, and the striped interior of the cathedral is not something you see everyday, either.
We started off our journey in Siena at the town center: The Piazza del Campo. This medieval square is huge, and the architecture is very interesting! There’s actually a horse race that’s held around the edges of the square twice a year.
The next stop was, of course, the grand Siena Cathedral. I’ll let the pictures speak for themselves. I actually remembered to take pictures inside the cathedral this time, so you’ll get to see the detailed artwork inside as well!
Black and white are the colors of the Siena coat of arms–hence the black and white stripes on the interior of the cathedral. You might also have noticed that the whole floor of the cathedral is covered with marble mosaics, and each panel tells a different story (mostly scenes from the Old Testament).ย I highly recommend getting an audioguide if you visit the cathedral!
Hope you all have a wonderful and safe NYE. See you all in 2016 ๐
XOXO,
OMG I love it! You got some great photos of the details of the cathedral and the interior also; they turned out great ๐ Makes me want to go back!
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Thank you! ๐ Same!! Where else did you visit in Italy?
We did Rome, Siena, and Florence! I think Siena was my favorite though ๐
Wow, the architecture is so gorgeous! I would love to visit Siena in my travels!
Happy New Year!
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I hope you do!! I’m sure you’ll love it. Happy new year to you as well ๐
Great photos!
Thanks for sharing!
Happy New Year!
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Thanks for reading! Happy New Year to you as well ๐
The cathederals interior is absolutely stunning. You captured it beautifully with your great photos Ashley.
I know it was absolutely breathtaking! Thanks Sue, happy new year! ๐
Happy New Year! Gorgeous post and lovely images from your holiday.
Avanti
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Happy New Year to you as well! Thank you ๐
Italy is a nice place for spend holiday. great photography.
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I agree haha. Thank you! Happy new year ๐
Such a beautiful place and what stunning pictures!
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I know I’m dying to go back!! And thank you ๐
Love it ๐ Happy New Year!!
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Thanks! Happy New Year to you as well ๐
Amazing photos ๐
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Thanks Nada! Happy new year ๐
Beautiful pictures, the cathedral is impressive!!
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I know I was standing there in awe ๐ happy new year!
Cool historical building and interior
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I know–such a work of art! ๐
oh wow. what an impressive building
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I know it’s so gorgeous! The time and effort that must have gone into building it…
I love yours pictures, so awesome !
Also, Happy New Year, enjoy 2016 !
Suzanne xx
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Aw thanks Suzanne. Hope 2016 is a great year for you as well!
Amazing photos. This looks like such a beautiful place. I am jealous!
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Thank you! Hope you get to visit someday ๐ It’s gorgeous!