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A collection of bronzes sculpted by Renaissance master Donatello has been moved for the first time from the Italian churches where he installed them 600 years ago so that they can be displayed at a ground-breaking exhibition in Florence Three of the four pieces, a relief, a statue and two bronze doors, from Siena Cathedral and San Lorenzo baptister...

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Florence is famed for its contributions to Italian art, architecture and cuisine. But these days, local leaders in the city regarded as the birthplace of the Renaissance are concerned with more mundane matters: paying the bills. Amid soaring energy costs across Europe, officials at Palazzo Vecchio — the building that serves as Florence’s city hall...

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The delights of both Rome and Florence are reason enough for a trip to Italy. Each of these romantic cities figures prominently on the bucket lists of travelers worldwide. But if you only have time for one, which should you pick? A summary of each goes from strength to strength, but vital differences between the two cities will help you in your tri...

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Italy’s architecturally stunning Renaissance jewel of a city drips serious panache, history and cultural dolce vita from every last Renaissance stone and statue. The choice of things to see and do in Florence is overwhelming – as are the tourist crowds, despite the city’s modest size and reassuringly safe, prosperous vibe. Careful advance planning...

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Cash-strapped museums suffering from a drop in visitor numbers and income during the pandemic may have found a lifeline in the form of a new partnership with a tech company and a commercial gallery. Four major Italian museums, including the Uffizi Galleries in Florence, have signed onto an ambitious project that will see them sell editioned digital...

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The Black Death’s devastation in Europe ultimately allowed already successful economies to be re-shaped. As urban economies such as Florence’s began to recover, people from the country moved to town in search of work. Among those who moved to Florence from the contado, the countryside around Florence, some became skilled artisans, merchants, politi...

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With limited time and so much to offer, it can be hard to choose among Italy’s most popular travel destinations, especially when planning a short vacation. What are the pros and cons of each for a traveler thinking of visiting Rome, Florence or Venice? With so many factors, it’s not easy to make a decision, but hopefully this rundown will help you...

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The prestigious Emmy Award assigned in the United States by the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, equivalent to an Oscar for television journalism, was given to Filippo Ferretti, anchor man for Univisiòn, who currently lives and works in New York but is from Florence. Filippo Ferretti was awarded the Emmy Award for having conducted a journalis...

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The three Pietà sculptures by Renaissance master Michelangelo will be displayed together for the first time in an exhibition at the Museo Opera del Duomo in Florence, from 24 February until 1 August 2022. The exhibition will comprise the newly-restored original Bandini Pietà, from Florence's cathedral museum, along with the casts of the Pietà in St...

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Walking past the Botticellis, Raphaels and Michelangelos at the Uffizi Gallery, one could understandably be surprised to come upon self-portraits by Ethiopian artist Tesfaye Urgessa and Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama. At a time when museums all over the world have been examining how to tell a more inclusive story about art, the Uffizi has been slower...

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