For more than 2,000 years Florence has played a starring role in Italy's history. Home to the famous Medici family in the 1500s who not only redefined banking and reintroduced statecraft to Europe, but went on to influence the history of European politics by marrying into many royal families. Regarded as the birthplace of the Renaissance there are still many building remaining from this period and a stroll through these ancient streets is mesmerizing. Michelangelo's David is housed at the Accademia Gallery, and the vast Duomo di Firenze, Florence's largest cathedral offers incredible views over the city. The history, the architecture and the people of this incredible Italian city make it a must-see when travelling through Italia.
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