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Florence’s many works of art and culture deserve additional study beyond the scope of this book. If you have never visited Florence, plan at least 1–2 days to enjoy its sites with a good guide or guidebook.

Make your way from the most common entry point – Santa Maria Novella train station – to the starting point of the first stage of the Way of St Francis at the Basilica Santa Croce. As well as being the largest Franciscan church in the world, the Basilica Santa Croce is sometimes called the ‘mausoleum of Italy’ since it contains the tombs of some of Italy’s most revered citizens. The basilica itself is darker and more dense with color than its more famous sibling, the Duomo of Florence. Spend time here to enjoy the ornate tombs and rich frescoes. Entry costs €6 and visiting time is from 9.30am−5.00pm Monday to Saturday, and 1.00pm−5.00pm Sunday. Watch for closures on special holidays. A lovely pilgrim stamp (timbro) is available at the bookshop inside the main basilica.