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Michelangelo and the Divina Commedia.

Michelangelo and the Divine Comedy were the subject of an intriguing news article published in 1760 in the fourth edition of the "lives" compiled by Monsignor Giovanni Bottari.

Palazzo Benci: A Historic Landmark in Florence

Explore Palazzo Benci, a historic Florentine palace with Renaissance architecture, stunning frescoes, and a rich history tied to the Benci family. Learn more about this iconic landmark."

Historic Column of the Cross of Trebbio

The famous Trebbio Column , it is a historical place for Florence and its citizen, its possible to see it cols to Santa Maria Novella square and Via delle belle donne.

The "Colonna di San Zanobi" (Columns of Saint Zenobius), which are located next to the Baptistery of San Giovanni in Florence, have a rich history that is steeped in the city's medieval past as well as early Christian Florence.

Le Murate from a Convent to a Prison

Originally a convent for the oppressed, the Murate was transformed into a feminine jell until 1985, when it was converted into a cultural center for the locals. It is located next to the Duca degli Abruzzi Avenue in the Zona Santa Croce.

Secret passage underneath Arno river

Having dry up the "secret passage" under the Arno and reviewing the light at the bottom of the tunnel, this is the first intervention in progress on the underwater walkway carried out in 1870.

“It’s all another pair of sleeves” way of saying

Few people are aware that the sleeves of clothing in the Middle Ages were detachable, and although the garments were expensive, it was common practice to switch them out since they were soiled quickly.

Two secrets for Your Florence Free Walking Tour

Discover the rich history and hidden secrets of Florence with Florence Free Tours, the city's original Free Walking Tour, Since 2009.