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Florence art and the splendour of the Uffizi

The Tuscan city of Florence frames the Uffizi Gallery with Botticelli's Primavera and the Galleria d'Arte with Michelangelo's statue of David.

Florence by night

Discover the magic of Florence as darkness falls. Restaurants, live music, theatre, opera and the floodlit monuments bring a whole new aspect to this Tuscan city.

Florence Travel Guide

Travel guide for the Italian destination of Florence. Information on how to arrive, local events and attractions, typical food and products as well as photo gallery and local recommendations.

Tanned hides in Florence's leather marketplace

Distinguished for traditional leatherworking, a browse through the leather products of Florence's markets is a tantalisingly sensory experience.

Event in Italy: International Rugby Matches in Verona, Florence and Modena

In November 2010 Italy will host the third edition of Cariparma Test Matches of rugby.

Events in Tuscany: Florence, Florence Noël

From 4 – 12 December in Florence at the Leopolda Station is home to the Christmas market, Florence Noël, a must-see event for those who love the festive yuletide spirit and in search of the ideal gift.

Events in Tuscany: Florence, Pitti Immagine Uomo

One of the most important shows celebrating men’s fashion is back for its seventy-ninth event. Pitti Immagine Uomo, from 11 – 14 January at the historic centre of Fortezza da Basso in Florence.

Events in Tuscany: Florence - Scandicci, Ghirlandaio. A family of Renaissance painters from Florence to Scandicci

Until 1 May 2001 Florence and the nearby town of Scandicci will host and interesting exhibition of the Ghirlandaio family, to whom belonged some of the most important Tuscan renaissance artists.

Palazzo Pitti in Florence

Palazzo Pitti is one of the main attractions of Florence, an ancient royal palace which is nowadays home to the city’s principal museums and the beautiful Boboli gardens.