The European capital of the arts, Florence is rich in famous paintings, sculptures and frescoes created during the greatest flowering of culture. The sights of Florence are the creations of the great Boccaccio, Leonardo da Vinci, Dante, Michelangelo and others.
In a small area of Florence fit a lot of unique works of art. The historical center is more like a huge museum, filled with an atmosphere of beauty and grace.
The birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence is located at the foot of the mountains of the Northern Apennines, on the banks of the small river Arno. The city owes its name, which is translated from Roman as "blooming", to the wonderful flowers growing in its vicinity, and to the picturesque nature.
Signoria Square
The most important historical events of this city are connected with Piazza della Signoria. The exact proportions of the open space give it a special charm. In addition, the square is decorated with the creations of famous Italian sculptors: the Hercules sculptures, the statue of Cosimo Medici, the Judith fountain created by Donatello,and many other songs.
Palazzo Signoria
The ancient palace, built in the 13th century, is the building of the city administration. The palace was erected as a fortress with a tower rising above the gallery, reaching 94 meters in height. The sights of Renaissance Florence give the impression of rigor and restraint. At the entrance to the Palace of the Signoria there is a thoughtful inscription "The King rules, and God rules." The halls of the palazzo now house many sculptures created by Michelangelo, Donatello, etc., which made Italy famous.
Florence would not be so famous if it were not for the Arno River, which is depicted on almost all canvases of Florentine painters. A small river is crossed by about ten bridges.
Florence Attractions: Ponte Vecchio Bridge
This old bridge is one of the most famous buildings in the ancient city. This is the only old bridge that was not reconstructed after the Second World War. There is another interesting feature of the Ponte Vecchio bridge - it was built in the same place where the previous two bridges used to be:
- Roman-era bridge destroyed in 1117;
- a bridge destroyed by a flood in 1333
Ponte Vecchio was built in 1345 and has survived almost intact to this day. At the top of the bridge is the Vasari Corridor, which leads to the other side of the river, to the Pitti Palace, which is consideredone of the grandest buildings in Florence.
The facade of the palace is lined with large blocks of rust. The building is decorated with lion heads, topped with crowns under the windows of the lower floor. Palazzo Pitti is the most significant museum complex for which Florence is famous. The sights of the palace are the carriage museum, the contemporary art gallery, the silver museum, etc.
The urban appearance of Florence has not changed much over time. These are churches and courtyards that enchant with their splendor, quiet medieval streets and the slow flow of the Arno River. In a word, the sights of Florence are worth visiting this ancient city. This delightful city has long been a classic of architecture, culture and art around the world.
