Happy Immaculate Conception.
OK so...Monday was a crisp (3C) clear day finally. The Duomo was closed due to the holiday in celebration of the Immaculate Conception. However, the Campanile/Bell Tower was open and there was no line to speak of. AND it is 50 steps less than the Duomo; only 414. :-) It was FANTASTICO. Admittedly I did think I was at the top (a few times) until I noticed folks disappearing into a tiny dark corner staircase. These steps were narrow and dark and a bit challenging to maneuver with a gang of people.
The photo of me is not at the top but one of the levels on the way up. One level - THE BELLS - was quite something: the views go without saying. Then I lucked out (?!!) on being there right at noon. I may have permanent hearing damage but it was worth it!!! The bells tolled... and yes the giant bells (not sure how many) chimed for mid-day. Just when the 20+ folks on that level took their fingers out of their ears a new tune started. Amazing.
I made it to the top and, in total, took 158 photos and two cell phone videos. Only a little late for drawing class!
1 comment:
I wish I WAS WITH YOU!!!
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