Piazza Demidoff: A Small Square in Florence
Demidoff square is a little gem of Florence, surrounded by many traditional building from 19th century and a beautiful statue in the center made by Bartolini.
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The Pisan Game at Florence’s Santa Trinita Bridge
The game of bridge in Pisa one day during the 17th moved also in Florence at Santa Trinita Bridge.
Florence in the Past: Stories of the City
next to Galileo Galilei museum in the past we had a old structure Tiratoio for textile in this painting it's possible to see the old Florence
The Vatican Museums: Art and Symbolism
detail of Musei Vaticani, fresco where the artist make a comparison from the light of sun and grace of God
Ferragosto: The Italian Holiday and Its Traditions
the 15th of august it's a traditional holiday in Italy that take origin from the Roman empire until our time.
Via Val di Lamona: An Unusual Florence Street Name
Via Lamona a tiny street next to the Mercato Nuovo where there is the famous Porcellino, has unique story.
San Francesco in Florence
San Francesco visited Florence in 1211 if you are going in via dei Bardi it's possible to see a modern tabernacle in front of church Santa Lucia dei Magnoli
Futurist sculpture in downtown of Florence
In via Panzanin we have a futurism sculpture made by Corrado Vigni in one of the central street of Florence.
The Impact of Girolamo Savonarola on Florence
In 1492, at the invitation of Lorenzo, the terrible friar Girolamo Savonarola arrived in Florence. Violent and unrecognizing character, Savonarola even denied extreme anchor to the magnificent, considering it an unfaithful. Savonarola, in August 1494, organizes the first bonfire of the vanities: he invites the Florentines to bring non -religious paintings to the square (Botticelli will take three well)
Why take a Free Walking Tour in Florence
Convenience and Flexibility Free walking tours typically have multiple start times throughout the day. So, you can choose a time that best […]