We left Venice this morning and drove to Ferrara where we saw the Estense Castle, the MEIS – National Museum of Italian Judaism and the Shoah, the Jewish Ghetto of Ferrara, and took a walking tour through some the old city.
The Estense Castle
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The Ghetto and synagogue
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MEIS – National Museum of Italian Judaism and the Shoah
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The group
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When we finished in Ferrara, we drove several hours south to Florence (Firenze).
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Wonderful meeting you and Mrs. Shapiro!
Please also take a beautiful picture from the Roof Top
We hope to see you back soon!
I will miss you saying hello in the morning but since I will be off the next couple of days I say hello to you through your blog now!☺️
Take care,
Caroline from the Front Desk
thank you Caroline. We enjoyed meeting you. Our stay was enhanced by your cheerfulness and attention to detail.
Caio!