More than five centuries later, the anniversary still recalls the pride and ambition of Renaissance Florence.
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Ferragosto in Florence: Special Openings and Cultural Events
On Friday, August 15, Florence celebrates Ferragosto with a rich program of special openings and cultural initiatives.
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Florence Remembers Its Liberation: Honoring the Resistance and Allied Forces
August 11, a day etched in Florence’s history as a turning point in the fight for freedom.
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Florence Turns Off Monument Lights in Protest Against Gaza Plan
According to the mayor’s office, the blackout is meant to draw attention to the humanitarian crisis.
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160 Years Since Florence Became Italy’s Capital: A City Transformed
On February 3rd, 2025, Florence marks the 160th anniversary of its proclamation as the capital of Italy.
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The Washington Post Revisits the Battle of Anghiari Mystery
In his commentary, Andrew Doyle explores the history of the artwork and the decades-long search for its remnants.
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Medici Secret Passageway Reopens: A Unique Journey Through Florence’s History
Florence celebrates on December 21, 2024, the reopening of the Vasari Corridor, an historic marvel.
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The pic of the week: an unusual view of the Uffizi and Arnolfo Tower
he pic of the week is an unusual view of the Uffizi Galleries and Arnolfo Tower in Palazzo Vecchio send by Elisa Alessandrini from Milan, Italy. You can send us your pictures and at the end of the week our team will choose one.
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F-Light your mind dedicated to Leonardo Da Vinci
F-Light is the Festival of Light and the invitation to enlighten our minds using our brain and curiosity reminds us of the Renaissance genius Leonardo, whose death is celebrated 2019, 500 years after.
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Vigil for Peace in Florence to remember Sept. 11
New York University Florence and the City of Florence have joined together to organize the commemoration of September 11, 2001 with a celebration of peace. Vigil for Peace is scheduled on September 12, 2017 in Florence, Italy.
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