48 HOURS IN ITALY
FLORENCE 43.7696° N, 11.2558° E
The birthplace of the Italian language
and the home of the Renaissance,
Florence is where history blends
effortlessly with modern Italian design
The capital of Italy's Tuscany region, Florence's
beauty has long been romanticised in literature,
but its picture-perfect vistas and stunning palazzos
ensure an enchanting visit. Founded by Julius
Caesarin 59 BC, the city became a medieval hive
of trade, governed by the powerful Medici family
and founded the Renaissance in the 15th century.
Home to Michelangelo's David (at the Galleria
dell'Accademia) and the famous Ponte Vecchio,
visitors are spoiled for choice when it comes to
spending time amidst art and culture.
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