I cant even comprehend the history I am looking at here.
You could devise a whole set of art history courses around this, and I wish somebody would....
My wife and I made the trip in 1998 and it was the best trip I have ever taken. We were fortunate enough to have a travel guide who had a Masters in Italian Art. In Rome, Florence and Venice we were mesmorized by his descriptions. This website brings back memories but nothing can compare with standing directly in front of the Pieta. I stood there for the better part of 45 minutes. Not to mention the Sistine Chapel. Thanks for the memories.