Church of S. Miniato al Monte

I had been to the Piazzale Michelangelo several times before and although I knew where the church was located, I had never actually seen it before.  The outside of the church didn't seem to impressive.  This could be because the outside wasn't as intricate or detailed as many of the other churches I've seen such as the Duomo di Firenze or the Duomo di Milano whose exteriors are a work of art themselves.  This inside however was incredible.  The columns and arches on either side of the isle reminded of many of the churches that I've seen in Italy.  My favorite part was the beautiful mosaic near the alter.  I didn't have a chance to visit the cloister but I have to go back to see that for my path and I can't wait to see the beautiful church again.