The Tornabuoni family ranked among the wealthiest and most influential dynasties of Renaissance Florence. Discover their close ties to the Medici, their patronage of art and architecture, and the remarkable legacy they left across the city. […]
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Before the Medici became synonymous with Florence, the Albizzi family dominated the city’s politics and shaped its destiny. Discover their rise to power, rivalry with the Medici, magnificent palaces, and enduring influence on Renaissance Florence. […]
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The Rucellai family transformed commercial wealth into one of Florence’s most refined cultural legacies. Discover Giovanni Rucellai, Palazzo Rucellai, the façade of Santa Maria Novella and the family’s remarkable relationship with Renaissance architecture. […]
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Discover the Pazzi Chapel, Filippo Brunelleschi’s architectural masterpiece in the Basilica of Santa Croce. Learn about its history, harmonious Renaissance design and artistic significance. […]
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Discover the fascinating history of Florence’s influential Pazzi family, the famous Pazzi Conspiracy and how one dramatic day changed the course of Renaissance history forever. […]
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High on the magnificent façade of Florence Cathedral (Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore), an unexpected face has intrigued visitors for centuries. Discover the legend of the Devil on Florence Cathedral and the remarkable story behind one of Florence’s most curious hidden details. […]
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