8Florence – The Cradle of the Renaissance

No list of Tuscan cities is complete without Florence, the region’s capital and a city that stands at the heart of Renaissance art and culture. Florence is home to an astounding collection of art and architecture, including Michelangelo’s David and the frescoes of the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican.

Visitors should explore the Uffizi Gallery, which boasts works by Botticelli, Caravaggio, and Leonardo da Vinci. The Florence Cathedral, or Il Duomo, with its striking red dome designed by Brunelleschi, is a marvel of engineering and beauty. Additionally, Florence’s Ponte Vecchio offers a picturesque bridge lined with jewelry shops and artisan boutiques, making it an ideal spot for both sightseeing and shopping.

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