Four Eras of Florence’s Square is a historical site in the heart of Florence that encapsulates centuries of transformation.
Tradition
Luca Ghini Botanical Legacy
In the heart of Renaissance Florence, amidst the vibrant studios of painters and the opulent palaces of the Medici, one man was focused not on marble statues or pigments.
The Giraffe of Florence
A Renaissance Spectacle Like No Other On November 18, 1487, the streets of Florence came to a sudden halt. Crowds gathered in astonishment as a creature unlike any they had seen before — tall, slender, and with a neck that defied belief — made its entrance into the heart of the Renaissance city. It was …
Water Beneath the Altar
In the dim sacristy of Santa Trinita, an old stone well rests in silence. It’s easy to overlook—but it holds a powerful story. Known as the source of the “Water of the Slipper”.
Cholera Epidemic in Florence
In 1836, Florence faced a devastating cholera outbreak, part of the second global cholera pandemic that swept across Europe between 1829 and 1837. The cholera epidemic in Florence too.
Barberini Legacy in Florence
Barberini in Florence is more than just a historical tale—it’s a journey through stone, symbol, and transformation. Nestled at the crossroads of Borgo Pinti and Via della Colonna in Florence.
Baccio d’Agnolo’s Bold Renaissance
D’Agnolo’s greatest ambition manifested in his work on the octagonal drum of the Dome of Santa Maria del Fiore.
Florence’s Scientific Heritage Uncovered
In the heart of Italy’s Renaissance capital lies a lesser-known but equally remarkable legacy: Florence’s Scientific Heritage Uncovered. Far from the crowded galleries and frescoed basilicas, this hidden chapter tells the story of how the city became a crucible for innovation in astronomy, engineering, and cartography—centuries ahead of its time. A City Looking to the …
Rome’s Best Gelato Spots
Rome’s Best Gelato Spots, Rome’s finest gelato is never far away. These five gelaterie are more than just dessert stops are an experience.
Glory Returns to Naples
This victory could mark the beginning of a new era. With a talented, youthful squad and renewed ambitions of Napoli.