Oltrarno

Oltrarno means the "other side of the Arno" which is the major river that runs though Florence. Although the "otherside" could technically be either side of the Arno, depending on which side you are on, the "otherside" actually refers to the side that is less touristy, the side opposite the center. We didn't explore to far Oltrarno, but from what I hear has some really good Italian food without the crazy prices.

The few pictures I've posted aren't actually mine (but a combination of Gaby and John's)....but I was there, and if I actually remembered to charge my camera, they would probably look a lot like these.



The Arno

The Ponte Vecchio, which literally means "Old Bridge". Today, all the stores that line the streets are these tiny (but completely filled) jewelry stores.

And this one is for Katie Walsh who I will (eventaully) buy this book for...I found it!