“Wine Flask to Fragrance,” from medieval taverns to modern perfumes, blending history, folklore, and a touch of Florentine humor. This captivating story follows the evolution of a single corner of Florence
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Rome of the Alps
Welcome to Aosta, a city whose ancient roots still shape its streets and monuments today. Rome of the Alps is not just a poetic nickname—it reflects the deep Roman heritage.
Immortal Bald Prohead
Immortal Bald Prohead — the striking sculpture by Donatello known as the “Zuccone” — invites us into a powerful encounter with stone, faith and human anguish.
Time Shapes Us
Time Shapes Us even when we least expect it, revealing how small artistic details can reflect the evolution of an era, of a city, and of a master like Lorenzo Ghiberti.
The Miracle of Faith
The Miracle of Faith continues to inspire reflection on sincerity, humility, and the unseen signs that separate truth from illusion.
The Bell of Mercy
The Bell of Mercy, housed in Giotto’s Bell Tower in Florence, is more than just a bell—it’s a timeless symbol of faith and compassion. Hanging high above Piazza del Duomo.
Divine Punishment Over Florence
Divine Punishment Over Florence — the night the city trembled. On September 28, 1453, at exactly 10:45 p.m., Florence was shaken by an earthquake that terrified its people and ignited fears of divine wrath.
The Mischief of Lorenzaccio
Even today, stories like The Mischief of Lorenzaccio remind us that the heart of Florence is not only made of marble and masterpieces — it also beats with humor, humanity, and everyday legends.
The Wool Beaters’ Legacy
From the Middle Ages to the modern era, The Wool Beaters’ Legacy survives in the silent walls of old fulling mills — places where the rhythmic pounding of wood and water shaped Florence’s textile fortune.
The Secrets of Michelangelo
The Secrets of Michelangelo reveal not only his artistic genius but also his mysterious personality, passions, and obsessions that shaped the Renaissance. Few artists in history left behind such powerful works — and such intriguing stories. From hidden messages in his paintings to secret self-portraits, these seven facts will help you see Michelangelo Buonarroti as …