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Florence's craft guilds were a crucial force behind the survival of these trades. [1] In an effort to boost Florence's economy, and promote its crafts to tourists, a museum of decorative arts opened in the Bargello in 1865. This, in combination with Florence's reputation in fine arts, led to rapid growth in the demand for craft products among ...
The Ponte Vecchio (Italian pronunciation: [ˈponte ˈvɛkkjo]; [1] "Old Bridge") [2] is a medieval stone closed-spandrel segmental arch bridge over the Arno, in Florence, Italy.The only bridge in Florence spared from destruction during World War II, it is noted for the shops built along it; building shops on such bridges was once a common practice.
Statue of Michele di Lando, Loggia del Mercato Nuovo, Florence. The loggia was built around the middle of the 16th century in the heart of the city, just a few steps from the Ponte Vecchio. Initially, it was intended for the sale of silk and luxury goods and then for the famous straw hats, [1] but today mainly leather goods and souvenirs are sold.
After visiting over 50 countries, I've learned which destinations are best for a romantic getaway. Italy is great for indulging in romantic experiences, as evidenced by the Amalfi Coast and Florence.
Shop Small & Local. Katie Lynn Reynolds, travel advisor with KLR Travels, shares that skipping the chain stores in favor of small, locally-owned businesses is an excellent way to support the ...
Well, buckle up and prepare for takeoff, because we've got 13 wanderlust-worthy gifts that'll have any travel lover doing a happy dance in their passport photos!
It remained in the ownership of the Church of Santa Maria Novella until 1866, when the property was confiscated by the Kingdom of Italy and sold to a private owner. Since the 1990s Santa Maria Novella's retail operations have expanded rapidly to include locations in every major Italian city, and 75 shops throughout the world, in countries ...
There's a new item tourists to Italy's Lake Como can take home that is turning heads and raising eyebrows: sealed cans of "air.” ... It’s just a souvenir,” user Kovács Géza posted on X ...