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2. Ponte Vecchio - Wikipedia

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   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.

3. Secret passageway through one of Italy’s most famous ... - AOL

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   As crowds form a logjam along the Ponte Vecchio — Florence’s famous, shop-fringed medieval bridge — those in the corridor will skirt blissfully over them, enjoying the same views of the city ...

4. Ponte Santa Trinita - Wikipedia

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   Ponte Santa Trinita. The bridge was constructed by the Florentine architect Bartolomeo Ammannati from 1567 to 1569. Its site, downstream of the Ponte Vecchio, [2] is a major link in the medieval street plan of Florence, which has been bridged at this site since the 13th century. [3] The wooden bridge of 1252 collapsed under the weight of a ...

5. Florence’s famed Ponte Vecchio to be restored to ... - AOL

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   In the seven centuries since the Ponte Vecchio was first built in Florence, Italy, the bridge has watched the city changing around it, surviving floods, fires and the Nazi invasion in World War II.

6. List of bridges in Italy - Wikipedia

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   Built-on bridge Historic Centre of Florence World Heritage Site (1982) ... Ponte Vecchio, Bassano: 69 m (226 ft) Beam ... First modern suspension bridge in Italy: 80 ...

7. I've been to over 50 countries. Here are 5 of my favorite ...

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   After visiting over 50 countries, some of my favorite romantic destinations include spots like Rio de Janeiro and Florence, Italy. ... and sharing a smooch on the Ponte Vecchio arch bridge. ...