florence
states: [italy]
category: cultural
year: 1982
location: City and Province of Florence, Tuscany
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 43.7730600000, 11.2561100000
last visited: 2023
unesco id: 174
world heritage site: 174
The Historic Centre of Florence, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Italy, is renowned for its exceptional artistic and architectural legacy. This cradle of the Renaissance boasts iconic landmarks like the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, adorned with Brunelleschi’s magnificent dome, and the Uffizi Gallery, home to masterpieces by Botticelli and Michelangelo. Its well-preserved medieval streets, palaces, and churches reflect centuries of cultural and historical significance, making it a global treasure of human creativity.
