Parma

On the way home from Modena Andrea decided to take a quick tour of Parma. We couldn't have stumbled upon this beautiful city on a better day as it was the national holiday of liberation day and the whole city was out celebrating. There were flags hanging from every window and strung across the crowded streets. As we wandered around the city we came upon the main cathedral. While it was not much to look at on the outside the sanctuary was absolutely amazing. Every inch of the place is covered in beautiful frescoes. With all of the alcoves beautifully adorned and well lit from the enormous dome hovering above the altar.











Leaving the church we passed by an enormous tower made of pink marble and then slipped back into the crowds which carried us to the main square. There we admired the beautiful clock tower complete with a complex sundial and solar calendar. We stopped for a coffee and watched the many people who strolled past. All of the buildings around the square were covered in banners and there was a large stage in the center where a band was warming up for the show that night.





We then walked down to the river and back up through the center of town. This time stopping in a big green that was littered with people. Everyone was sitting in the grass enjoying the sun and listening to more live music. It was really nice to be in Parma on that day and get the Italian festival experience. Not only was the weather beautiful but the atmosphere was amazing.