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Full-day trip to Florence and Pisa from Rome by high-speed train

Rome, Italy

• 15-hour trip to Florence and Pisa from Rome by high-speed train
• Travel to Pisa to see the cathedral, baptistery, and Leaning Tower of Pisa
• Enjoy round-trip transportation on high-speed rail

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• Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 4 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Near public transportation
• Infants must sit on laps
• Most travelers can participate
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Florence and Pisa Day Trip from Rome

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• Florence & Pisa
• 12 hours (Approx.)
• Hotel pick up

Florence and Pisa day trip from Rome is the best private tour you can choose during your holidays in Rome. Take a full-day detour from Rome to the must-see cities of Tuscany on this private tour of Florence and Pisa. Travel through the rolling hills of Chianti wine country to arrive at the enchanting, red-roofed Renaissance city of Florence, where you’ll see the iconic Duomo plus artistic treasures like Michelangelo’s David statue at the Accademia Gallery. In Pisa, admire the famous Leaning Tower and other marble landmarks of Piazza dei Miracoli on a guided tour. Throughout the day, enjoy the personalized attention of a private guide.

• Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
• Private guide for a more personalized experience
• All entrance fees included
• Explore the local streets on a walking tour of the city

Florence and Pisa Day Trip from Rome: Itinerary

Here you can find the detailed itinerary of Florence and Pisa day trip from Rome:

07:30 – pickup from your hotel to go directly to Pisa at 10:00 arrive to Pisa and stop for 2 hours visiting the Santa Maria church and Pisa tower

12:30 – finish the tour at Pisa you well meet your driver and go to san gimignano and stop for a tasting wine and Tuscany lunch in one a great winery at san gimignano

14:30 – finish your tasting wine and lunch meet your driver and go to Florence

15:30 – arrive tpo Florence ,meet your privet tour guide for 3 hours city tour start from piazza Michelangelo to see the best panoramic view of Florenc

• Palazzo Petti
• Old bridge ( old market )
• Piazza Della Signoria
• Amazing church Santa Maria del mole
• Piazza Della Repubblica to have the best and amazing café Italian in one the best bar in Tuscany

18:30 – free time for one hour

19:30 – meet you driver and comeback to your hotel

Rates (Minivan + Driver)

• From 1 to 3 passengers €200,00 per person
• From 4 to 5 passengers €175,00 per person
• From 6 to 7 passengers €160,00 per person
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From your location in Rome: Hotel, B&B, Other

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Price includes.

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Transport by air-conditioned minivan
• Private chauffeur / guide
• Luxury vehicle

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• Entrance fees
• Gratuities (optional)

Additional Info

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Not wheelchair accessible.

Dress code is smart casual

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What to Expect

After a pickup from your central Rome hotel, travel north with your guide. Pass the green valley that surrounds the River Tiber, and head across the gentle foothills of the Apennines to reach Tuscany.

Your first stop in the region is Pisa, home to the gleaming white monuments of Piazza dei Miracoli. The most famous is the Leaning Tower of Pisa, an iconic UNESCO site, which is recognised around the world. Pose for photos outside the tower and see Pisa Baptistery and Pisa Duomo.

Continue to Florence for lunch (own expense), and then meet back with your guide for a tour of the center. Work your way around medieval streets, see old craftsmen workshops, and learn about the powerful Medici family who became de facto rulers of the city.

Next, visit the Accademia Gallery to see influential artwork by the Renaissance greats: Michelangelo, Da Vinci and Botticelli. Admire Michelangelo’s David, and then head outside to explore Florence’s centro storico.

See Florence Duomo and Brunelleschi’s Dome, admire Florence Baptistery, and gaze up at Giotto’s Bell Tower. Finish with a trip up to the vantage point of Piazzale Michelangelo for panoramic views of Ponte Vecchio, River Arno, and Florence Duomo.

Relax on the journey back to Rome, and finish your day with a hotel drop-off.

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Pisa  is one of the best known and mysterious cities in Tuscany. Its mysterious and over celebrated attraction, the  Leaning tower  has become, along with the Colosseum, a symbol for the entire Italian Republic. Few months ago, after along restoration, the tower was reopened and now you can climb it up to admire the amazing view.

The trek to the top is a fantastic experience in itself, as you can feel the lean in the structure while you wind your way to the peak. Other attractions are the  Field of Miracles , the  Cathedral , the  Camposanto cemetery  and the  Baptistry . After a quick car drive from the square, you can find the beautiful church of St. Piero a Grado. According to legend this is built on the spot where St. Peter first set foot on Italian soil in AD 42.

The cultural and historical impact of  Florence   is overwhelming. The Medici family brought to its Court all the most important  italian Renaissance artists , and completely changed this amazing city, turning Florence into one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Our tour will start from Michelangelo Square where you could have a breathtaking view on the city.

Then we will drive you down to Santa Croce Church where are buried many important italian artists such as Michelangelo and Galileo Galilei. The tour goes on around the city whit a visit to the Duomo,  Giotto Bell Tower , the  Signoria Square  and the  Signoria Palace ,  The Old Bridge  and Pitti Palace.

After that we will bring you to Accademia Museum (closed on Mondays) to visit the David by Michelangelo or to the  Uffizi Gallery . It’s possible to make a reservation in advance for the Accademy Gallery only. This is an extra cost.

You can cancel up to 72 hours ( 3 DAYS ) in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 72 hours before the experience’s start time. If you cancel less than 72 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will NOT be refunded. Any changes made less than 72 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted. Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Tour Details

• Duration : 12 Hours
• Start : 7:30 AM
• Pick Up Location : Hotel, B&B, others
• Skip The Line : Not Included
• Official Tour Guide : Not Included
• Ticket : Not Included
• Trasportation : Includes Luxury Mercedes Minivan and knowledgeable Driver
• Wheelchair Users : Allowed
• Level of Activity (Day Trip) : Medium

Tour Locations

Pisa city center, florence city center.

Pisa, PI, Italia

Piazza del Duomo, Florence, Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy

Includes Private Mercedes Van, English speaking Driver, Gas, toll fees and all the taxes.

Infants: 0 - FREE

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LivTours Florence and Pisa in One Day from Rome is the perfect day trip from Rome, allowing you to visit two of the art and cultural capitals of Italy. We have designed a seamless experience to give you the opportunity to enjoy both Florence and Pisa in one day.

This complete tour has been specially designed to show you the highlights allowing you to make the most of your time in Florence. You will discover the real Florence as you walk through the cobblestone streets as your local guide shares with you the captivating history and anecdotes of this stunning city, including the Ponte Vecchio Bridge and the jaw-dropping Duomo with Filippo Brunelleschi’s dome. No visit to Florence is complete without admiring Michelangelo’s 17-foot David in person and LivTours makes it easy for you with skip-the-line tickets to the Academia.

Pisa, another gem in the crown of Tuscany, is best known for its leaning tower.  Known as the Tower of Pisa to Italians, it is actually the bell tower to the Cathedral next door. Construction of the Tower started in the 1100s and soon after the tower started leaning because of the soft soil.  Due to numerous reconstruction projects, the tower is now stabilized!  The Cathedral is a stunning example of Romanesque architecture at its best.   When you have finished exploring Pisa, your driver will be waiting for you to whisk you back to Rome!

Why book this tour

• Enjoy private chauffeured climate controlled transportation with hotel pick up
• Visit the highlights of the Renaissance capital, Florence, with a private guide
• See the major sites of Pisa - the Baptistery, Cathedral & Leaning Tower
• Get up close to one of Michelangelo's most important works - the David
• Stroll across the infamous Ponte Vecchio bridge and explore the cobblestone streets

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Your LivTours Florence and Pisa in One Day from Rome tour starts at your hotel in Rome where you will be met by a chauffeur who will accompany you the entire day. This tour permits you to experience two gems of Tuscany in one day.

Spoil yourself by visiting with the capital of Tuscany and birthplace of the Renaissance: Florence. You will meet your guide in Piazza della Signoria, the very heart of the city. This square is surrounded by some of the most important buildings of Florence and you will have a chance to admire the centuries of architecture as your expert local guide shares with you the history behind the facades.  This small square is home to the Palazzo Vecchio, Town Hall, the Uffizi Gallery and Palazzo Uguccioni, hosting a facade designed by the great Raphael.

Your guide will share with you the stories of Florence as you admire the melting pot of architecture from Gothic, Romanesque and Renaissance. Take time to admire the Ponte Vecchio Bridge, the oldest bridge in Florence, Which hosts a secret centuries-old corridor which you will surely learn about. Continuing your walk, you will come face to face with the largest Italian Cathedral, the Duomo with its unique facade and a dome designed by Brunelleschi. listen to the engaging anecdotes about its construction.  Marvel at the dome that makes the perfect backdrop to Florence. Your guide will show you the stunningly detailed Baptistery bronze doors.

The last stop on your private tour is the Galleria dell’Accademia which houses the Stunning 17-foot marble sculpture of David by Michelangelo. One of the world’s most revered pieces of art made from one piece of leftover marble. Talk about recycling!

Next, Pisa: birthplace of Galileo Galilei, famous for its gravity-defying bell tower, beautiful Baptistery and its magnificent Cathedral. The Leaning Tower of Pisa was constructed in the 1100s and has always been leaning!  Standing at 183.27 feet on one side and 185.93 feet on the other, this UNESCO World Heritage Site underwent construction to stop it from leaning any further, after an international group of engineers, mathematicians, and historians met in 2001, construction was carried out to stabilize the tower, allowing it to be opened once again to the public. Why not take the 294 steps up to the top of this world-famous tower!

Enjoy a personalized private tour with a chauffeur and comfortable climate-controlled vehicle on this full-day tour that takes you to see two shining gems in the crown of Tuscany. LivTours Florence and Pisa in One Day from Rome private experience is sure to exceed even your most luxurious expectations!

This tour includes

• Private Full Day Chauffuer
• Skip-the-line access to all sites
• Piazza della Signoria
• Piazza della Repubblica
• Ponte Vecchio
• Duomo (from outside)
• Michelangelo's David
• Free time for lunch & shopping
• Pisa's cathedral and tower (from outside)

Know before you go

• Children under 8 years old are not allowed into the Leaning Tower of Pisa
• Individuals under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult in the Leaning Tower of Pisa
• Please note, the Pisa Baptistery will be closed for renovations from October 2nd-December 1st, 2023. The Tower and cathedral will still be open and visitable.
• Places of worship have strict dress code requirements for entry. All participants are required to have shoulders and knees covered (no tank tops or short dresses) to enter.
• There is no photography allowed in some areas of this tour.
• *Offered in: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese and Italian. Please specify under “Additional notes” if you wish to book the tour in a language other than English.

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LivTours’ group size of max 6 participants is and always has been based on sustainable travel, and we are proud to be at the forefront of change and innovation in the industry.   LivTours is committed to providing travelers with truly sustainable tours with the lowest possible environmental impact, all while supporting the local industries and people of each unique destination. To learn more about how you can actively support sustainable tourism  and how LivTours is contributing, click here .

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When you book a LivTours Private Tour or Experience , you are guaranteed a dedicated, expert guide that allows you the flexibility to start your tour at a time which is convenient for you, making planning easy. Our private tours ensure that you will get a tailored experience to meet all your needs so we go at your pace, perfect for families with younger children, elderly, or individuals with accessibility needs. Please be advised that all private tours begin at a base price starting at two people* . Prices are inclusive of entry tickets where applicable.  *Some Ferrari private experiences are inclusive of one person only.

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Such an amazing experience. Going into the tours , we knew the art and architecture would impress us, but it was even more amazing with the amount of passion and information our guide had for Florence and Pisa. The attentiveness of our driver was also so appreciated. It made a great trip very smooth and the entire day amazing… like a dream. Thank you LivTours!

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We really enjoyed our day in Pisa and Florence! My daughter and I could not have asked for a better tour guide! Barbara was not only extremely informative and knowledgeable, she was a nice individual and very professional. Because of Barbara's passion she was very engaging and made the tour even more fun, interesting and certainly memorable! Thank you Barbara and thank you Livitaly!

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The Best Rome to Florence & Pisa Day Trip 2024

If you are staying in Rome for a longer period of time, we highly recommend going on a day trip. Two perfect destinations for a day trip from Rome are Florence and Pisa. What makes it even better is that you can visit both of these cities in one day. We bring you everything you need to know about the best tour from Rome to Florence and Pisa.

Discover the Renaissance city of Florence on a full-day trip from Rome. See the iconic landmarks of Florence, such as Giotto’s Bell Tower and Ponte Vecchio, and visit Pisa and Piazza dei Miracoli with the Leaning Tower.

Why You Should Visit Florence & Pisa If You’re Traveling To Rome

Florence is known as the birthplace of the Renaissance, and it’s filled with rich history and fascinating culture of art. If you are a lover of art, Florence should definitely be on your list of cities to visit in Italy. Along with Florence, Pisa should be on that list as well. 

Visit the Northern province of Tuscany by going on a full-day tour from Rome to Florence and Pisa. Depart from Rome and visit the “Cradle of the Renaissance,” pass the Chinati vineyards and cross the valley of the Tiber River to visit the city of Pisa. Enjoy sightseeing some of Italy’s and Europe’s most iconic landmarks by taking an incredible day trip from Rome.

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We bring you the best tour from Rome to Florence and Pisa! Read all about the itinerary of this day trip and the sites you’ll visit in Tuscany’s most iconic cities.

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Tour From Rome To Florence And Pisa – Description

Book this full-day Roma to Florence and Pisa day trip and visit the 2 most beautiful cities in Tuscany. See the world’s most famous landmarks such as the Cathedral of Santa Maria Novella, Palazzo Vecchio, and Piazza del Duomo. When you arrive in Florence, stroll through the “Cradle of the Renaissance” starting at Piazzale Michelangelo, and enjoy an amazing panorama of the entire city. 

After that, go to the famous Ponte Vecchio across the River Arno to discover Florence from a different perspective. Walk through the charming streets to the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and admire its stunning dome by Brunelleschi. You will also have an opportunity to see the iconic Giotto’s Bell Tower and Uffizi Gallery. The next stop of your day in Florence will be the Piazza della Signoria, where you will get a well-rounded view of the political and artistic heritage of the city. This L-shaped square is home to the iconic Palazzo Vecchio, a copy of Michelangelo’s David, and the gallery of statues in the Loggia dei Lanzi. 

After lunch, you will head to the city of Pisa, where you will visit the “Piazza dei Miracoli” and its famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. Explore the city at your own pace and be ready for the journey back to Rome at 5:00 PM.

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Enjoy Visiting Florence & Pisa

• Visit the beautiful Tuscany cities of Pisa and Florence as you drive through the scenic River Tiber valley and Chianti vineyards.

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• Throughout the Florence & Pisa tour, you will be accompanied by a tour assistant.

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What is included in the Rome to Florence and Pisa Full-Day Tour?

Tour escort for the entire day trip and transportation in an air-conditioned minivan from Rome to Florence and Pisa are included in this tour. Also, a professional tour guide in Florence will give you a guided walking tour of the city.

Lunch, Gratuities, and the entrance fee for the Leaning Tower of Pisa are not included in the price of the Rome to Florence and Pisa Day Trip. Unfortunately, this full-day tour is unsuitable for wheelchair users and people with pre-existing medical conditions.

Make sure to bring along a pair of comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and, of course, a camera. Keep in mind that large bags and luggage are not allowed on this tour.

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We loved the trip, we were picked up from the hotel lobby and taken to Pisa and Florence. We loved that the whole trip we had a guide and he explained everything super well. Super recommended!!!!

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Pisa is an easy day trip from Florence and if you have time to include it in your Italy itinerary, definitely do it! It’s just an hour away, and yet it feels worlds away from Tuscany’s most popular city. Pisa is not just worth for seeing the famous Leaning Tower – we found that there’s more to Pisa than this very touristy landmark, and when you venture further away from the main sights, you’ll discover a pleasant Italian town. It’s also a welcome change from super touristy Florence – if you’re not sure how many hours to spend in Pisa, you can definitely plan in a full day. In this article, I will share all the different options how to get from Florence to Pisa, how long they take and how much each option will cost you. And while not all of them work in reverse, I’ll also share what works best if you’re looking to get from Pisa to Florence.

How to get from Florence to Pisa

There are four different options to get to Pisa from Florence: by train, by bus, by rental car or as part of an organized tour, if you don’t want to deal with the logistics of planning and traveling independently in a foreign country.

Florence to Pisa by train

The easiest way to get to Florence to Pisa is by train. Trains run roughly every 15 minutes, and the ride takes about one hour.

Trains leave from the Florence train station “ Firenze Santa Maria Novella “. They arrive at “ Pisa Centrale “. The train station in Pisa is about 20 mins walking from the Leaning Tower. Pisa is a small city and very walkable. There’s also a bus that goes past the Leaning Tower, but the bus journey actually takes longer than walking because the route (Linea 21) goes in a big loop around the city. If you have mobility issues, there’s a hop-on hop-off bus during the summer months.

Note: Uber does not operate in Pisa.

I used Omio.com and TheTrainline.com to look up prices and train times – a couple of things to note about trainline (which I use to book train tickets all over Europe):

• As you can see below, some trains are slower than others. If you want to take the fastest train (45 mins) , it costs a little more. The fast train also offers 1st class seats for only a dollar more.
• Book your ticket in advance . Trains do fill up, especially during high season. It is also cheaper to buy your ticket in advance instead of buying it at a ticket machine in the train station.
• Remember to use the Italian spelling when you look up train times from Florence to Pisa – Firenze instead of Florence.
• If you book via Omio or Trainline.com, you can pay by credit card or via Paypal .

You can also book your ticket via the official Trenitalia website (Italy’s primary train operator). Tickets can be paid by Paypal, credit card and debit card.

Pisa to Florence by train

Of course, the above train ride also works in return – you can stay until late in the evening and have dinner in Pisa and still make it back to Florence before midnight.

The last train from Pisa to Florence leaves at 10.30pm and arrives in Florence at 11.50pm (duration 1 hour and 20 mins).

The last fast train from Pisa to Florence leaves at 9:32pm and arrives in Florence at 10:32pm.

Florence to Pisa by bus

There’s also a bus from Pisa to Florence, but I wouldn’t recommend it, unless you’re going directly from the airport, because that’s where the bus leaves from in Florence and it goes straight to Pisa airport . If you’re taking a budget flight from Pisa airport, this is a great connection. Alternatively, you can take the PeopleMover bus from Pisa Airport to the train station for 5 Euros and then take the train to Florence from there. The bus ride from the airport to the train station is only 5 minutes.

There’s also Flixbus , which takes you from the Villa Costanza Coach Station in Florence to the Fermata Flix Bus Station (Pietrasantina Park) in Pisa, and vice versa. If you’re lucky, you can score a ticket for US$4.99, but since they charge a $3.99 service fee on top of that and reserving an assigned seat is another $1.49, you’re not really saving any money by taking the bus. I also want to mention that the Coach Station is not in the city center of Florence, so you’ll also have to figure out how to get there.

Generally, the train ride from Florence to Pisa is more comfortable and you don’t risk getting stuck in traffic when taking the train, so I would 100% recommend taking the train over taking the bus. Especially since the price for a ticket is the same!

Florence to Pisa by car

We rented a car in Italy and drove around Tuscany without any problems, so if you already have a rental car, it’s an easy drive to Pisa, about 1 hour 15 mins, if you don’t hit traffic.

Note: You can’t drive inside the city walls, so you’ll have to find parking outside this area, which is known as ZTL (zona traffica limita – limited traffic zone). There are many parking lots in Pisa – some of them free, like on Via Ugo Rindi (near Via Piave) – a 10-min walk from the Leaning Tower. The largest parking lot near the Leaning Tower is the Via del Brennero (Via Paparelli) Parking, which has 750 parking spaces. However, you can’t use this car park on Wednesdays and Saturdays, because there is a market. This parking lot is about 20 mins walking from the Leaning Tower.

If you have to pay for parking, it’s usually less than 1 Euro per hour.

Florence to Pisa by organized tour

If you don’t want to deal with trains, buses or rental cars, and you want to make the trip to Pisa as easy as possible, consider taking an organized tour to Pisa from Florence. There are a number of tours that just offer day trips to Pisa, but you can also book a tour that includes several towns in Tuscany .

The best day trips from Florence:

Pisa, Siena & San Gimignano Day Trip with Lunch – from US$55

Pisa and Cinque Terre Full-Day Tour – from US$123

Pisa, Siena & San Gimignano Day Trip with Lunch & Siena Tour with Cathedral – from US$89

Pisa & Lucca Day Tour with Buccellato Tasting – from US$49

Tuscany Day Trip with Optional Lunch and Wine – from US$61

The best Pisa tours:

Pisa Half-Day Trip from Florence with Cathedral and Tower Entry – from US$63

2-Hour Pisa Walking Tour – from US$25

Reserved Entrance to Leaning Tower of Pisa & Cathedral – from US$25

All-Inclusive Guided Tour with Optional Leaning Tower – from US$29

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I'm also interested going to: Uffizi Gallery, Sagrestia_Nuova, and the Duomo; should we pre-book for these sites?

Also, is the dome of the Duomo open if it is raining?

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Yes - attempt to prebook a timed entry to the Duomo and entry to Uffizi.

The question remains...if it is raining, is the dome of the Duomo open?

Entry to the Duomo is free, the line can be quite long!

This is the official website for the Complex. Scroll down to the bottom, there are 2 emails listed and ask if it closes when it rains.

https://duomo.firenze.it/en/home

After climbing the Cupola (Dome) you'll be in the Duomo.

Official website for the Uffizi, Accademia and more:

https://www.b-ticket.com/b-Ticket/uffizi/default_eng.aspx.html

I think that it could be dangerous to negotiate the very steep and narrow stone steps leading to the top with wet shoes. There are narrow openings/windows in the wall along the path which allow rain water to enter and wet the stone steps. Wind can easily facilitate the entry of water through the openings.

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