Florence

Florence is larger than I expected, but easy to walk and the city even has a few bike lanes. I toured the city by foot today, some of it in the rain (early) until it cleared off. I loved the architecture and the people were very friendly -- what more could you ask for?

In the afternoon I waited in a long, but worth-the-wait queue to get into the museum that houses the statue of David by Michelangelo. There were also quite a few pieces of sculpture by Bernini that I enjoyed. They didn't allow photography or else I'd be posting those as well.
Tomorrow the biking begins and I see there is an 80% chance of rain. I suppose I'll not overheat when biking up the mountains. :)