The Essential Must-See List For Florence

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The Essential Must-See List For Florence

The compact historic city of Florence in Italy is located in middle of the Tuscan hills where artists such as Brunelleschi and Michelangelo have left their mark with magnificent buildings and artwork. Florence, also known as Firenze, has lots of beautiful Renaissance architecture, monuments, statues, art galleries and museums all of which impress and are loved by many visitors. In this guide, I will list the top things you should not miss when visiting Florence including tour suggestions.

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Top things to see and do in Florence

Wander the city to enjoy all the historic sites:

Visit Florence’s most famous square Piazza della Signoria, the heart of the historic center and an open-air sculpture exhibit. Here you will see important statues including a copy of Michelangelo’s David. The beautiful piazza has been Florence’s political center for centuries and has been the site of several historic episodes. Along with fabulous artwork, cafes and restaurants surround the square.

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Don't miss the most significant buildings in this city is the Palazzo Vecchio (Old Palace), a grand palace overlooking the Piazza della Signoria. Built in the 12th century, the Palazzo Vecchio has served in part as a museum and as city hall. This impressive palace holds a wealth of artifacts and art works and includes beautiful frescoes, sculptures, intricate carvings and tapestries illustrating historic and Biblical events. Inside the palazzo are elaborately decorated public rooms and private apartments that can be visited.

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Hi, I am Ellia from Montreal, Canada. Welcome! I am passionate about living an adventurous life and have been travelling the world for more than 15 years. Nothing in life gives me as much fulfillment as going on an adventure does. I have travelled to 50 countries (some more than once) and countless cities in each. I hope to motivate others to see more of the world and have extraordinary experiences. I hope that I am able to leave you with tips that help you experience all the great things every country in the world has to offer.

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