It is not a mistake. In Florence the new year began March 25.
Up until 1528, not only in Florence but throughout the Christian world, the …

The Italian Ministry of Culture on the occasion of Women’s Day, has decided to offer all women free admission in the state museums.
“What would art …

The Company of the Disciplined of St. John the Baptist, founded in 1376 was located here. The cloister was the lobby leading to the church. …

In Florence, as in the rest of Italy, food is good. There are many traditional dishes, but there is one that is very special, unique …

The church of San Miniato al Monte is my favorite church in Florence. Full of legends, art and masterpieces is a must see.
Let’s start with a …

People come to Florence to visit the city, to enjoy Italian  food but especially to visit its museums.
In Florence there is so much to see. …

The world most famous Last Supper is undoubtedly the one in Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan by Leonardo da Vinci.
Florence does not have Leonardo, …

One of the expressions that Italians use quite often is: “Piove, governo ladro!“, which literally menas: “It rains, the government is a thief!” and could …

There are some things that Italians do, almost automatically, without even noticing.
I have decided to list the most common ones. When you come to Italy, …

Domenico Ghirlandaio was the son of a goldsmith. He had become very famous for his flower wreaths (ghirlande) that were worn as hair ornaments by the young ladies …