Architecture of Florence through the centuries: buildings to visit in Florence for travelling architect
Are you an architecture enthusiast and you’re planning a visit to Florence? If so, you’re in for a remarkable experience. Florence is nothing short of a paradise for anyone passionate about the history of architecture. The city is a living museum, where every corner tells a story of artistic and architectonic evolution. From Romanesque masterpieces […]
Uffizi Gallery famous paintings: here’s a guide to the must see masterpieces
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence houses an incredible collection of art, featuring masterpieces from renowned artists like Botticelli, Raphael, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Titian, and many others. For anyone visiting Florence, the Uffizi is undoubtedly a must-see. However, what many visitors don’t realize is just how vast this museum really is. Over the years, I’ve […]
Medici Florence: discover who were the Medicis and what role did the Medici family play in Florence with this unique itinerary
When you come to Florence, you will definitely hear many, times the name of the Medici family. The Medici family was undoubtedly the most important of the Florentine families, as they managed to take over control of the local government already during the 1430s. Later on, with time, they became the Dukes of Florence and […]
Florence Palazzo Pitti: what to see? Here are some tips for your visit
Are you planning four days in Florence and looking for must-see attractions? Among the city’s many wonders, Palazzo Pitti is undoubtedly one of the top answers to the question “what to see in Florence?”: once a powerful symbol of ducal authority, this immense private residence served for centuries as the palace of the Grand Dukes […]
Florence Bridges: unveiling the beauty and the tales of the Arno’s majestic arches
Did you know that for me, one of the most fascinating areas in Florence is actually the area of the Arno River and the bridges that connect both sides of the city? This is because Florence, as we know it today, would never exist without the Arno River. In fact, the direct access to water […]
Unusual things to do in Florence: a unique itinerary to 5 hidden gems in Florence to experience like a local
Do you want to visit Florence but you want to avoid the crowds? Do you want to visit the city and discover the lesser-known places and Florence hidden gems? I have good news for you: it is possible to visit Florence and not battle with thousands of other visitors or wait in long lines at […]
Why is Michelangelo’s David naked?
A question that my guests often ask me is, “Why is Michelangelo’s David naked?” Even if nudity in art should not surprise us, many find it shocking or improper. I am sure you’ve heard of the shocking case of an American school principal who showed the image of Michelangelo’s David in class during an art […]
Florence for contemporary art lovers
How to organize your visit in Florence if you are a contemporary art lover? Florence is a cradle of the Renaissance, but don’t think that if you are a contemporary art lover, you will be bored here! If during your stay in the city you want to learn more about the 20th-century artistic production, these […]
Donatello’s pulpits for San Lorenzo
The freedom of an elderly master Renaissance art rarely talks about the artistic freedom. Medieval and Renaissance artists were everything but free. While working on commission from ecclesiastic institutions, confraternities and wealthy patrons, the artists had very little influence on the subject matter of their works or on the quality and costs of the materials […]
Assisi
following Saint Francis’ footsteps Umbria and Tuscany are like two sisters, similar but different. The two regions share the Etruscan and the Roman past, the dishes placed on Umbrian and Tuscan tables have similar tastes. The landscape of their countryside is dominated by hilltop Medieval towns. However, between the two Umbria is the silent sister, […]
The Bardini Museum
meet Stefano Bardini, the Prince of the Antiquarians How often do we dream about a time machine? Who wouldn’t enjoy a trip to the past to meet some of the greatest protagonists of the history? Well, I have good news for you! There is a place in Florence where you can truly meet a Florentine […]
San Miniato al Monte
medieval spirituality in art and architecture San Miniato al Monte is one of the most precious monuments of Romanesque architecture in Florence. Its geometrical façade decorated with white and green marbles, its unique spiritual atmosphere and the stunning view from its terrace make of San Miniato a compulsory sight during a visit to Florence and […]