Overview

Florence is one of the most beloved cities in the world, and for good reason. In the early 15th century, Florence gave birth to the Renaissance � the famous cultural revolution that paid homage to the spirit of ancient Greece. Luckily, evidence of the city's artistic and architectural power is gloriously preserved today. Yet, as tourists inevitably discover, Florence is not immediately accessible or even inviting � many streets are dark and cramped and the facades somewhat imposing. But don't be discouraged. Within the museums, cathedrals, and galleries lie some of the greatest treasures in the world. Begin wherever you like, but make sure you visit Brunelleschi's Duomo, Palazzo Medici-Riccardi, Santa Maria Novella, Boboli Gardens, Piazzale Michelangelo, the Bargello Museum and, of course, the Uffizi � the finest gallery in Italy.

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