The decision follows an appeal launched in December by conductor Riccardo Muti.
Rothko in Florence: the city that helped shape his vision of painting
A major exhibition at Palazzo Strozzi explores the work of Mark Rothko and his connection with Florence.
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Brancacci Chapel access route to be redesigned
The city council has approved a €40,000 project to improve visitor access and waiting areas at one of Florence’s most important Renaissance sites.
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Florence to name Maggio Musicale theatre after conductor Vittorio Gui
The decision follows an appeal launched in December by conductor Riccardo Muti.
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Horse patrols deployed in Florence parks as spring brings more visitors
The initiative aims to increase visibility and reinforce local safety as outdoor areas become busier with the arrival of spring.
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Rothko in Florence: the city that helped shape his vision of painting
A major exhibition at Palazzo Strozzi explores the work of Mark Rothko and his connection with Florence.
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Ryanair announces 58 routes from Pisa Airport for summer 2026
Two new destinations are Rabat in Morocco and Bratislava in Slovakia.
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Tom Jones to perform at Lucca Summer Festival, only Italian date on 28 July
The Welsh singer will take the stage in Piazza Napoleone during the 2026 edition of the Lucca Summer Festival.
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Italy to vote on separating judges and prosecutors
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President Mattarella awarded honorary degree in Florence
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Florence-based Menarini reports €4.9 billion revenue in 2025
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Two Tuscan athletes competing at the Milan–Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games
Snowboarder Jacopo Luchini from Montemurlo is aiming for his first Paralympic medal in Cortina, while Marco Pisani of Bagno a Ripoli makes his debut in cross-country skiing and biathlon.
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Brancacci Chapel access route to be redesigned
The city council has approved a €40,000 project to improve visitor access and waiting areas at one of Florence’s most important Renaissance sites.
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