Belvedere Fortress
The Forte di Belvedere, also known as the Fortress of Santa Maria in San Giorgio del Belvedere, is one of the most imposing fortifications in Florence, built between 1590 and 1595 commissioned by Grand Duke Ferdinando I de’ Medici. Designed by architect Bernardo Buontalenti, the fortress is located on the Boboli hill, offering a breathtaking […]
Church of San Frediano in Cestello
The Church of San Frediano in Cestello, located in the Oltrarno district of Florence, is a fascinating example of Baroque architecture. Its history dates back to 1450, when a church dedicated to Santa Maria degli Angeli was built for the Carmelite nuns. This religious community was particularly influential, hosting mystical figures such as Santa Maria […]
Michelangelo Square
Piazzale Michelangelo is one of the most iconic places in Florence, offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the city. Located on the hill south of the Arno River, the square was designed by architect Giuseppe Poggi in 1869, during the city’s redevelopment when Florence was the capital of Italy. The project was part of a […]
Pitti Palace
Palazzo Pitti, an imposing Renaissance building located in the Oltrarno area of Florence, is one of the symbols of the power and prestige of the Medici family. Built in 1458 at the behest of the banker Luca Pitti, it was purchased by the Medici in 1549, becoming the main residence of the Grand Dukes of […]
Basilica of Santa Maria del Carmine
The Basilica of Santa Maria del Carmine in Florence is an exceptional example of Renaissance and Baroque religious architecture and art. Its history dates back to 1268, when it was founded as part of a Carmelite convent. The church is famous for hosting the Brancacci Chapel, decorated by Masaccio, Masolino, and completed by Filippino Lippi. […]
Basilica of Santo Spirito
The Basilica of Santo Spirito, located in the Oltrarno district of Florence, is one of the most extraordinary examples of Renaissance architecture. The project was entrusted to Filippo Brunelleschi, one of the greatest architects of the Renaissance, who began the works in 1444. Unfortunately, Brunelleschi died in 1446, before seeing his work completed, and the […]
Brancacci Chapel
The Brancacci Chapel, located inside the Church of Santa Maria del Carmine in Florence, is one of the masterpieces of the early Italian Renaissance. Its history dates back to the second half of the 14th century, when the chapel was commissioned by the wealthy Brancacci family, particularly by Felice Brancacci, an influential silk merchant and […]
Old Bridge
The Ponte Vecchio in Florence is one of the most recognizable symbols of the city, a living testimony of its millenary history. Originally built by the Romans, the bridge has undergone centuries of transformations and adaptations, becoming what we see today, a fascinating fusion of medieval architecture and lively commercial activity. The bridge we know […]
Basilica of San Miniato al Monte
The Basilica of San Miniato al Monte is one of the most beautiful examples of Florentine Romanesque architecture, located on a hill overlooking Florence. The church, begun in 1018, stands on the site where San Miniato, a hermit martyred in the 3rd century, is said to have lived. The basilica has a facade of white […]
Boboli Gardens
The Boboli Gardens, located behind Palazzo Pitti in Florence, are one of the most extraordinary examples of an Italian garden, created by the Medici family in the 16th century. This vast 45-hectare park is a true work of art in the open air, combining natural, architectural, and sculptural elements, representing a model for many European […]
