Welcome to a self-guided audio tour that invites history enthusiasts and cultural explorers to delve into Ravenna's storied past. Discover the city's architectural marvels and artistic treasures, as you navigate through eras that shaped the Western world. Ideal for solo adventurers or anyone with a penchant for history, this tour will illuminate Ravenna's role as a crucible of empire and faith. The journey begins at the discreet yet opulent Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, meanders through the exquisite Basilica of San Vitale, and concludes at the Basilica of San Francesco, a place of serene simplicity. This carefully curated route connects awe-inspiring UNESCO World Heritage sites with enchanting streets, inviting you to trace the timeline of Ravenna's illustrious identity. Along the route, you'll imbibe tales of emperors and poets and marvel at extraordinary, well-preserved mosaics that shine with the glint of bygone empires. Experience the final resting place of Dante Alighieri and picture the lives intertwined with these historic locales. The tour promises memorable encounters with the grace of early Christian monuments and the vitality of a city forever in dialogue with its rich heritage. Revel in the quiet legacy of Dante's tomb, and feel the echo of epochs in the piazza that bears the name of Italy's unifying hero, Garibaldi. Your discovery of Ravenna is a walk through time, where every step brings you closer to the splendors of art, the whispers of history, and the silent stories of stones.