1. Florence is located in the heart of Tuscany. It was the capital of the Kingdom of Italy from year 1865 to 1870. Mainly reigned by the Medici family, Florence is often considered the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance since it treasures one of the world’s most valuable and famous masterpieces of great artists and sculptors like Caravaggio, Leonardo, Michelangelo, Botticelli, Hugo van der Goes and many more.
2. One of the great legends in the Florentine history, a poet, a writer and a politician, Dante Alighieri was born right near the cathedral.
3. Witness in person where the level of river Arno reached in the 1966 storm.
4. The city with a mixture of an artistic splendor, cultural richness, architectural perfection and scenic beauty paves the way for romance to fill the surroundings, completing that missing ingredient making Florence itself, a masterpiece.
5. How can you not be eager to taste the Florentine cuisine? The famous specialty is the Florentine steak called “la Bistecca alla Fiorentina“. A steak of the Chianina cow, leaving the meat half cooked and half raw. Of course for those who would not like to do so, may request it fully cooked!
6. The real statue of David, completed by Michelangelo is situated right here at the Galleria dell’Accademia.
7. Take yourself back to the Medievel ages experiencing the ancient Florentine game called “Calcio storico“.
8. The holy abode where great artists, sculptors…where great men now rest in peace within the four walls of the Church of Santa Croce. Michelangelo, Galileo, Ugo Foscolo and many more, after passing away requested that their bodies be taken, to where the great men lie.
9. The San Lorenzo market famous for its leather products sold on transportable stalls lying on either side of the road as well as the fresh vegetables, fruits and meat stalls located internally.
10. Last but not least is for all wine connoisseurs or those who don’t mind a good wine to go with their meals. The area surrounding Florence, is the birthplace of Chianti. It is in these hills, where the fields full of vineyards produce 4 different types of Chianti. A good drive along these hills will give you a taste of the Tuscan lifestyle.
This is a brief description of what surprises you may find here. Do come prepared for a tour which might convince you not to leave and maybe buy a house surrounded by vineyards Under the Tuscan Sun.