With the substantial increase in population at the end of 1800s and the destruction of the Old Market to make way for the grand Piazza Repubblica, Florence needed new markets in addition to the small one at Loggia del Porcellino. It was decided to construct three new covered markets: San read more
The immense line in front of the Accademia rarely ebbs, even under the terrible summer sun or during oppressive humidity. All are quivering in anticipation waiting to see Michelangelo’s David, symbol of youthful beauty, strength and human perfection. But few realize that he has a deeper symbolism as well. In read more
Go and See the Explosion of the Cart Easter Morning in front of the Florence Duomo The explosion of the cart is the oldest folkloric tradition in Florence and is considered the centerpiece of Easter in Florence. From the middle ages on, this ceremony has symbolized the distribution of blessed read more
Visit Piazzale Michelangelo, Take a Walk to Porta Romana and Relax in Bobolino. Just outside of Porta Romana (Roman Gate), on both sides of Viale Machiavelli, where it climbs up the hill, lies one of Florence’s most charming public parks: Bobolino. The name takes inspiration from the nearby Boboli Gardens. read more
In the last three years or so small posters featuring famous figures and artworks wearing diving masks are likely to be found hanging on the walls in the streets and alleys of the city of Florence. They send a clear message: art knows how to swim (“L’arte sa nuotare” in read more
Son of a French writer, Clet began his artistic career as a painter and sculptor, after earning his degree at the School of Fine Arts in Rennes. In 1990, he moved to Rome, where he worked as a restorer. Clet arrived in Florence in 2005. There, he opened a paint read more
The first anonymous street artist we want to present you is known with the name of the project he has been developing throughout the streets of Florence: Exit/Enter. He has an academic background, based on art and drawing. His background, together with his passion for night walks around the city, read more
The pedestrian tunnel which passes under the railroad tracks and leads to the Le Cure neighborhood has become a hotspot for developing street art in Florence. The walkway is a spider web of eight galleries, with all walls and ceilings covered with constantly changing vivid murals by diverse artists, particularly read more
Florence is the birthplace of Renaissance art, or as people put it the Cradle of the Renaissance (“la culla de Rinascimento”, in Italian). The city is like an open-air museum, rich in history and art. Yet, lately a special form of art has been flourishing in the capital city of read more