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Why travel to Florence: Find out the top 10 reasons to visit
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A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A Sneak Peek into Florence
- Florence, one of the world's most culturally and historically significant cities, is the location of some incredible structures and landmarks.
- Florence, the capital of Tuscany in Italy, is home to 383,000 people, with a population of 1.5 million in the surrounding metropolitan area.
- This magnificent city in central Italy connects Bologna and Pisa through a well-developed train system.
- Florence was formerly a Roman city in antiquity and then turned into a vibrant mediaeval commune.
- The notable Florentines were Machiavelli, Lorenzo Medici, Dante, Michelangelo, Donatello, Galileo, and Raphael.
- Today, Florence's economy depends heavily on tourism, which attracts an average of 13 million visitors annually.
- In addition to tourism, Florence's significant industrial sector produces furniture, rubber, chemicals, and food products.
- High-end products like Vespa scooters have continually been exported from industrial areas like Prato-Pistoria.
- Florence won't let you down if you're seeking some culture and want to visit impressive structures like the Duomo.
- Capital: Florence
- International Airport: Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR)
- Population: 710,000
- Currency: the euro
- Time: UTC/GMT +2 hours
- Driving Side: Right
- Main Electricity: 5653 MW
- Official Language: Italian
- Religion: Roman Catholicism
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HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Top Tourist Attractions in Florence
- Visit Piazza del Duomo to view World Heritage-listed monuments.
- Investigate the enormous Pitti Palace
- At the Boboli Gardens, unwind and revitalise
- At the Palazzo Vecchio, go back in time.
- Explore a hidden corridor at Vasari Corridor
- Join Professor Langdon for a tour of Inferno.
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SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
Best Months to Visit Florence
- May through September is ideal months to visit Florence because they bring art festivals, outdoor dining, and the kind of Italian sunshine that inspired Renaissance painters.
- Sadly, it also brings scorching weather, hordes of tourists, and expensive lodging costs.
- You'll find cheaper hotel rates and much shorter Uffizi lines if you visit in the late fall or winter.
- Low temperatures will only reach the mid-thirties Fahrenheit, so that the weather won't be as pleasant.
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WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
The Best Places to Visit in Florence
Florence Cathedral
- The Duomo, as it is commonly referred to in Florence, is the crown gem of the city and maybe the most famous cathedral in the world.
- Although it was first built in 1436, the stunning front facade wasn't finished until the 19th century.
- The Duomo, situated in the heart of the ancient city, stands out amid the other mediaeval structures for miles and makes an impressive spectacle.
- The cathedral's front facade and exterior are also magnificent; they are coated in white marble with stunning crimson, pink, and green polychrome patterns.
- Furthermore, a vast dome accessible through a set of steps is located at the top of the cathedral.
- The cathedral's interior, in stark contrast, is pretty empty but exudes grandeur and features several intriguing features, including a sizable clock face and the stunning Last Judgement fresco that covers the dome's underside.
Giotto's Campanile
- Many people think Giotto's Campanile is part of the Duomo, although it is a separate structure.
- One of the most well-known designs in the city, this building is a genuine masterpiece of Gothic style.
- The tower's exterior is decorated with polychrome marble in dazzling green, and pink hues are also found on the Duomo.
- The tower is divided into five distinct floors. The renowned artist Giotto conceived and built the tower between 1334 and 1359, but Talenti constructed the final levels following Giotto's death in 1343.
- The tower is adorned with many sculptures, paintings, and painted panels, making it a genuine masterpiece of Renaissance art.
- In addition to the artwork, the 414 steps in the tower offer spectacular views of Florence and the Duomo.
Palazzo Vecchio
- The Duomo is Florence's most significant religious structure, but the Palazzo Vecchio is its most significant civic structure.
- This structure later served as a town hall and the palace of the Signoria of the Republic of Florence.
- The Duomo and the Santa Croce church were also built by the same architects who also created the Palazzo, which was first constructed in 1299.
- The structure resembles a castle due to its square shape, numerous crenulations, and colossal bell tower.
- Several coats of arms representing different families and significant figures in the city's history may be seen on the front facade.
- The palace's interior is magnificent, featuring several uniquely adorned chambers like The Hercules Room and The Room of Cybele.
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DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
Florence Off the Beaten Track
Ponte Vecchio
- The Ponte Vecchio is a well-known, historic bridge in Florence, home to many other notable structures.
- The Vecchio Bridge, which spans the Arno River, is renowned for its numerous stores integrated into the structure's sides, its colourful past and the abundance of stores lining the main walkway.
- The bridge has been mentioned in history as far back as 996, although its ancestry is unknown.
- Explore the shops and merchants in this magnificent building; you'll find jewellery stores, art galleries, and gift shops. When you reach the halfway mark, the bridge opens up, rewarding you with breathtaking views of the Arno river.
- Walking on the bridge, you should also stroll Corridoio Vasariano to observe the Ponte Vecchio's facade and excellent house-like attachments.
Basilica of Santa Croce
- Even though Florence's Cathedral is enormous, the Basilica of Santa Croce is incredibly lovely and warm.
- It was also built at the same time as the Duomo and has a front facade with polished white stone contrasted with polychrome panels of pink, green, and red marble.
- The Basilica nicely frames the Piazza di Santa Croce as it occupies the centre of the square.
- In addition to the stunning facade, the inside contains the graves of some of the most important Renaissance thinkers and artists, such as Galileo, Michelangelo, and Machiavelli.
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CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
Florence Culture and Traditions
- There are numerous well-known works of art and sculpture in Florence, Italy. Half of Italy's 60% of the most significant works of art are located in Florence.
- Be a result, Florence is referred to as the "capital of arts." The most significant artistic inspiration in Florence comes from religion.
- Most art created in or displayed in Florence is influenced by religion. Art in Florence had elements from the Italian Renaissance.
- Brunelleschi, the painter, completed his depiction of the Duomo before the Italian Renaissance got started.
- The Italian Renaissance was the most culturally rich phase in Italian history. Due to the Italian Renaissance, we now have a large number of palaces and squares, which also means a large number of museums.
- Artwork by Michelangelo, Leonardo De Vinci, Botticelli, Titian, and Rubens can be found in these museums. Many tourists visit Florence and learn about the incredible forms of art that are present there.
- It is possible to find both well-known and emerging artists in Florence. One and only Michelangelo is credited with creating the Florentine Pieta, a masterpiece. At the age of 75, Michelangelo completed this work.
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FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
Florence: Food, Fun & Fashion Guide
Trattoria Da Burde Firenze
#Food
- Da Burde is one of the best family-run establishments in the city for authentic Florentine cuisine outside the historical centre.
- The trattoria, which is currently run by the youngest generation of the Burde family, offers a setting reminiscent of an old-world wine bar and a cosy banquet, where authentic family recipes are painstakingly made from scratch.
- Diners seeking authentic Florentine artefacts, passed-down dishes like minestrone, meatballs, chickpea farinata, and grilled meats, all paired with outstanding wines, should make the trip to Da Burde.
Pizzeria Giovanni Santarpia
#Food
- Pizza has traditionally been absent from Florentine cuisine (the Renaissance city is better known for ribollita and bistecca alla Fiorentina), but the city continues to draw top-notch pizza manufacturers.
- Look no further than Santarpia for a finely constructed pie since it mixes modern ingenuity with an old-fashioned heart. Giovanni Santarpia, a pizza cook from Campania, has spent years building a reputation as one of the best pizzaioli in the nation.
- His obsessions are fermentation, gracious hospitality, and the calibre of the ingredients and dough.
- Additionally, the collection of craft beers is excellent. Santarpia is located outside the town's historic district, but the trip is worthwhile.
Trattoria Sabatino
#Food
- Florence is unique because of timeless eateries like this one: Since it first opened in 1956, Sabatino's, a family-run blue-collar restaurant, hasn't changed much.
- Simple home cooking and affordable prices are a tribute to Italy's diverse culinary culture: To eat well here, you don't need to be wealthy.
Fashion
#Fashion
- A location with a wide range of activities and stores, including H&M and Media Word, among others; eateries catering to varied customer inclinations.
- Because of C. C. San Donato provides free underground parking for the first two hours; locals and tourists prefer it.
- One of Florence's busiest retail centres, Commerciale Gavinana Center, is situated on Via Erbosa and offers pleasant surroundings for guests in addition to the Unicopp supermarket line. The only drawback is parking can get very chaotic on days with heavy traffic.
- The Unicopp supermarket forms the centre of Centro Sesto, a compact neighbourhood with many shops catering to various preferences. The sushi bar on the first level is a significant draw for visitors.
Lago di Donnini
#Fun
- Lago di Donnini is a beautiful water park with exciting attractions and first-rate amenities.
- There are numerous fascinating attractions, including the mermaid rock, the multitrack, the black hole, the large river, the wave ride, and the dual-spin bowl.
- Utilising their free Wi-Fi connection, you can share your amusing photos with your loved ones.
- This most well-liked water park in Florence offers a variety of attractions, including restaurants, a shopping arcade, a photo service, and lockers for your valuables.
Florence Aquatic Center
#Fun
- The Florence Aquatic Center is a beautiful water park with exciting water attractions and first-rate amenities.
- There are numerous fascinating attractions, including the mermaid rock, the multitrack, the black hole, the large river, the wave ride, and the dual-spin bowl.
- Utilising their free Wi-Fi connection, you can share your amusing photos with your loved ones.
- Restaurants, a shopping arcade, a photo booth, and lockers for your valuables are just a few of the pleasures available at Florence's top water park.
Open Swim Hours at Florence Aquatic Center
#Fun
- With balanced hours for open swimming, the Florence Aquatic Center is open through Labor Day, September 2.
- For an open swim, the following hours apply Wednesdays, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Fridays, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays, early afternoon to 5:00 p.m.
- Except for lap swim from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, the inside is closed. Additionally, Wednesdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. feature lap swim.
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NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
Florence: Natural Beauty & Safari Adventures
- The Florence Nature Preserve, at the upper end of the Hickory Nut Gorge between Chimney Rock and Gerton, North Carolina, was fully acquired by the Carolina Mountain Land Conservancy in 2001.
- Over 600 acres of land have been protected from development thanks to Dr Tom and Glenna Florence. Initially, the tract was off-limits to the public, and parking in the area was challenging.
- But as of late, a brand-new parking spot serving as the Upper Hickory Nut Gorge Trailhead has been made available, and a fantastic connecting trail now leads visitors into the preserve.
- A terrific free option to Chimney Rock Park for hiking in the Hickory Nut Gorge area, this has grown into a fantastic hiking destination not too far from Asheville, North Carolina. The preserve has a sizable trail system that runs throughout it.
- Gravel roads connect a couple of the areas. Although none of the trails has formal names, they are typically identified by the colour on the map (and on the blazes).
- There are duplicate colours, so I'll include more details to distinguish the trails when I refer to them.
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EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
Florence Must-Attend Festivals and Events
- Epiphany, a recognised holiday in Italy (banks, shops, and offices are closed), honours the Three Kings' journey to Bethlehem.
- La Befana, an Italian gift-giving ritual, is also observed on this day. Like Santa Claus, an older woman who resembles a witch, the Befana knows whether kids have been good or naughty.
- On the fifth night, stockings are hung outside, ready for the Befana to fill them with candy for the good and coal for the bad. Additionally, this is the day of the national lottery drawing, with every one of Italy glued to their televisions (a modest 5 million euros). On the afternoon of January 6, downtown Florence hosts a "Cavalcade of the Three Kings" to commemorate the Epiphany.
- The festival honours an earlier one in the city in 1417 to mark the arrival of the three kings at the manger where Jesus was born.
- An elaborate Renaissance-themed parade winds its way through the city on this historic day, beginning at Palazzo Pitti.
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