Florence
The entire historic center of Florence is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, filled with medieval and Renaissance buildings, churches, and palaces.
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Florenc Cathedral, the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Flower
The Florence Cathedral, or Duomo, boasts the largest brick dome ever constructed, designed by Filippo Brunelleschi in the 15th century, a feat of engineering for its time.
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Giotto’s Campanile
Giotto’s Campanile is a stunning Gothic bell tower in Florence, Italy, designed by the renowned artist Giotto di Bondone in 1334.
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Uffizi Gallery
One of the world’s most famous art museums, the Uffizi Gallery, houses masterpieces by artists like Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Botticelli.
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Ponte Vecchio
Ponte Vecchio, Florence’s oldest bridge, spans the Arno River and is famous for its picturesque medieval architecture and shops, historically home to jewelers and goldsmiths.
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Palazzo Vecchio
Palazzo Vecchio, Florence’s town hall, is a massive medieval fortress-palace that serves as a symbol of the city’s political power and houses important Renaissance art and historical artifacts.
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Florence Baptistery
The Florence Baptistery, also known as the Baptistery of Saint John, is one of the city’s oldest buildings, renowned for its stunning bronze doors, including the famous “Gates of Paradise” by Lorenzo Ghiberti.
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Galleria dell’Accademia
The Galleria dell’Accademia in Florence is best known for housing Michelangelo’s iconic sculpture of David, along with an impressive collection of Renaissance art and other works by the artist.
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Piazza della Signoria
Piazza della Signoria is Florence’s main civic square, famous for its historic significance, outdoor sculptures, and landmarks such as the Palazzo Vecchio and the replica of Michelangelo’s David.
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Loggia dei Lanzi
The Loggia dei Lanzi, located in Florence’s Piazza della Signoria, is an open-air gallery that showcases an exquisite collection of Renaissance and classical sculptures, including works like Benvenuto Cellini’s Perseus with the Head of Medusa.
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Boboli Gardens
The Boboli Gardens, located behind the Pitti Palace in Florence, are a historic park filled with elaborate sculptures, fountains, and lush greenery, offering a quintessential example of Italian Renaissance garden design.
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Palazzo Pitti
The Palazzo Pitti in Florence is a grand Renaissance palace that once served as the primary residence of the powerful Medici family, now housing several important museums, including the Palatine Gallery and the Royal Apartments.
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Cappella dei Principi
The Cappella dei Principi, part of the San Lorenzo complex in Florence, is a lavishly decorated mausoleum built for the Medici family, featuring intricate marble inlays, semi-precious stones, and a grand dome that exemplifies the opulence of the Medici dynasty.
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