Belvedere Fortress
Europe,
Italy,
Florence,
Oltrarno
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...
