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Pisa ItalyINTRODUCTION Pisa is one of Italy's biggest tourist destinations, made famous by its Leaning Tower. Pisa is located in Tuscany, and after seeing the Leaning Tower, visitors find that there are many other interesting sites in this city. HISTORY Pisa's origin is unknown, but it is located at the junction of the Arno and Auser rivers, which explains why it has always been significant in the history of Italy. It has served as a naval base in several expeditions, and its location has protected it well against invasions. Pisa has had a violent history with several other Italian cities, including Genoa, Venice, and Florence. One of science's most influential figures, Galileo Galilei, was born in Pisa. KNOW BEFORE YOU GO The area surrounding the Leaning Tower of Pisa is crowded with illegal African immigrants trying to sell almost any product imaginable. Although it's a good place to buy a cheap knock-off, don't believe the nonstop assurances that the products are real designer brands, and don't pay the price that they originally ask. ATTRACTIONS The Leaning Tower of Pisa-The Leaning Tower is the first attraction tourists think of when visiting Pisa. It serves as the belltower of Pisa's Cathedral. The tower began leaning because of a poor foundation. The Baptistery-This is the largest baptistry in Italy, and it is dedicated to St. John the Baptist. The acoustics inside are amazing. The Duomo-The cathedral is dedicated to St. Mary and is arguably more magnificent than the Leaning Tower itself. The ceiling is guilded in gold and is spectacular. The hanging light fixture is supposedly where Galileo formulated his pendulum theory. The pulpit is intricately carved from white marble. The apse also has a gorgeous mosaic. RESTAURANTS LODGING Jolly Hotel Cavalieri-The Jolly Hotel Cavaliera a 5 star hotel located in the heart of Pisa, near the Leaning Tower and Cathedral. It is also only two miles from the Pisa International Airport. La Pace-This 3 star hotel is in a quiet neighborhood of Pisa, and is near the Railway Station. PERSONAL STORIES 
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