It was once the practice for people to live above their shops this has largely ceased although it is rumoured that some of the Ponte Vecchio shops still have small apartments hidden out of site of the many tourists and inhabitants of Firenze, Italy.
Across the globe, countless coffee shops stand out not just for their menus, but for their stunning design, atmosphere, and architecture. Here are ten of the most beautiful coffee shops in the world, each one a destination in itself.