Florence, Italy – these are some of my favorite images and experiences. All photos were shot snapshot-style with an iPhone 5s and remain, for better or worse, untouched.

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The Duomo is the first truly unreal breathtaking experience I’ve had in another country. The sheer volume, luminosity, and detail of the Duomo is unmatched by anything I’ve experienced. Thinking about the experience now brings a smile to my face. Totally an in-awe moment.

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