When Statues Come Alive: Renaissance Games in the Boboli Gardens reminds us that art is not just a monument to the past—it’s a living story.
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Ultimate Guide to Visiting Barcelona with Kids
Barcelona is the ultimate family-friendly destination, offering a mix of culture, adventure, and relaxation. Use this guide to create an itinerary packed with fun and educational experiences your kids will love!
Where to park in Florence if you are coming with a car
If you’re arriving in Florence by car, parking can be tricky due to the ZTL (Zona a Traffico Limitato) in the city center. Here are some good parking options depending on your needs:
Madonna del Cardellino Rafael in Florence
The painting, according to Vasari as evidenced, was made in Florence for Lorenzo Nasi, a rich merchant of wool cloths, on the occasion of his wedding with Sandra Canigiani, a woman belonging to the upper bourgeoisie in Florence.
The Pudic Venus in the Uffizi Gallery
The statue, a Pudic Venus, is inspired, like the other variants of the theme, to the infrodite Cnidia of practice, with particular similarities with the Capitoline Venus.
Discover Florence’s Hidden Medieval Treasures
Florence, a city renowned for its artistic and architectural heritage, holds countless hidden gems that reveal its medieval past. Among these treasures are the “erri” — multifunctional architectural.
Vasari Corridor Reopening
The Vasari Corridor was constructed in just nine months by order of Duke Cosimo I de’ Medici in 1565, based on a design by the architect Giorgio Vasari,
Casa del Boia, the executioner of Florence
The “Casa del Boia” (House of the Executioner) is a unique four-story building located at the intersection of Via Michelangelo Buonarroti and Via San Cristofano in Florence.
Leonard’s Perspective “Error”
In Leonardo da Vinci’s Annunciation, curious perspective issues have puzzled art historians and enthusiasts alike. Observing the painting closely, one notices that the Virgin Mary’s right arm appears longer than her left, while her legs seem disproportionately short compared to her torso.
The ghost of Palazzo Vecchio
One of the most dark mysteries of Florence concerns the ghost of Baldo by Piero Bruni, commonly known as Baldaccio D’Anghiari. However, on special occasions, like the eve of the feast of All Saints, he has also been spotted wandering close to the apartments of the Palazzo Vecchio, where he was killed.