Florence was once protected by walls, towers, gates and powerful fortresses. Discover how the city’s defences developed from Roman Florentia through the Middle Ages and Medici rule, and where their remains can still be seen today. […]
Florence City Walls and Fortresses – Complete Guide Read More »
Experience a day in Florence from the first morning espresso to the evening passeggiata and discover how the city’s rhythm changes from hour to hour. […]
The Rhythm of a Day in Florence – From Morning Coffee to Passeggiata Read More »
Florence may look like an open-air museum, but behind its Renaissance façades is a living city. Discover how thoughtful travel can make your experience richer. […]
Is Florence an Open-Air Museum? – How to Visit a Living City Read More »
Casa Buonarroti in Florence combines two remarkable early works by Michelangelo with family collections, historic rooms and the story of his lasting legacy. […]
Casa Buonarroti – Michelangelo’s Family Museum in Florence Read More »
Discover the Ciompi Revolt of 1378, when Florence’s wool workers challenged the guild elite and briefly gained political power in the medieval republic. […]
The Ciompi Revolt of 1378 Read More »
Discover how the Guelphs and Ghibellines divided medieval Florence, shaped its politics and families, and left a lasting mark on the city’s history. […]
Guelphs and Ghibellines in Florence Read More »
