This video shows Florence, Italy, centered around the iconic Florence Cathedral (Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore). The ...

A previously unknown terracotta bust of the famed early Renaissance architect who designed the Florence Cathedral dome was unveiled Thursday in the Tuscan capital, where it will be displayed ...

Over a period of nearly 400 years, many of Europe's most famous churches were designed and constructed using Gothic architecture, a style originating in 12th century France and first known as French ...

In the States, churches are primarily places of worship. In Europe, it’s a little more complicated. In Italy, where many structures are hundreds of years old, they often serve as tourist ...

Founded during Roman times, Florence has for centuries been a hub of commerce. At its center: the Duomo Cathedral and the Ponte Vecchio bridge, built in the 14th century. It was the only bridge in ...

Brunelleschi’s dome broke architectural boundaries when it was constructed between 1418 and 1434. Photo: Gabriel Bouys/AFP A Canadian tourist has been hit with a fine after relieving himself at the ...

Along with Rome and Venice, Florence is one of the three major cities of Italian art. Art lovers who visit the city fall under its spell for life. If you are not able to travel to Florence, however, ...

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