PISA

From Alicia

Ciao USF,

My trip to Pisa was pleasant and memorable.  I arrived with three of my friends, who are also USF study abroad students.  As we approached the main entrance to the inner city, which was only one block away from our bus stop, we could see the ancient stone wall walkway leading us towards the Duomo and the Leaning Tower, which impressively dominated the sky line. 

 The front lawn surrounding the Tower was covered by people trying to make the right pose in order to achieve the traditional photograph that looks like one is holding up the Tower; everybody was holding their hands up in the air; it was a very funny sight.  After admiring the Leaning Tower, we had lunch and then took a look around the city.

The girls and I decided to rent a four-wheel bicycle which enabled us to quickly view the different streets and sites.  When we decided to head back to Florence, we were able to see the beautiful Arno River that surrounds one part of the city.  In addition, there were a few very interesting buildings along the way, which provided an entertaining landscape for our 20 minute walk towards the train station.  The experience of witnessing the Leaning Tower was unforgettable.  I truly recommend it.

Ciao!

Alicia