Palazzo Vecchio
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 Beautiful Palazzo Vecchio Jun 22, 2006
This Palazzo is the seat of the municipal government, therefore is just partially open to the public. Formally known as Palazzo Pubblico, Palazzo della Signoria, etc, the Palazzo Vecchio is a landmark in the Piazza della Signora with its high tower of 94 m.
It hides many treasures. Must see the patio, small fountain at the center, Chamber of Quinientos. However the courtyard and the interior are both absolutely beautiful, there's not everything you'd like here. Inside you find an art collection with work from several European artists. Take your time to walk through the majestic rooms filled with beauty and art. You'll also get lovely views from the Duomo and rest of Florence from some of the rooms. Don't forget to look up, the ceilings are incredible. It is connected with the Palazzo Pitti through the Vasari corridor which runs through the Uffizi and over Ponte Vecchio to the other side of the river Arno.  Part of the Backpacking in Europe solo but not lonely :) travel blog
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Jul 08, 2007
Walked to the Palazzo Vecchio. We didn't pay to go in but went to look at the courtyard with its frescoes of Austrian cities painted to welcome Joanna of Austria, the bride of Cosimo's eldest son, Francesco. Security is tight in the Palazzo Vecchio, as it is in other… A Room with a View (kind of) |
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Jan 03, 2000
When the Duke transferred to the palace of Palazzo Pitti in 1565, Palazzo della Signoria became Palazzo Vecchio. Palazzo della Signoria is also a real open air museum. On the South side you find the little square of the Uffizi and right after the Loggia of Lanzi with its 15 statues, among which Perseo with the head of Medusa done by Benvenuto… Florence - Watch out the Stendhal syndrome |
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Jun 26, 2000
Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Vecchio, Duomo … A day in the City |
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Jun 21, 2006
I also saw Palazzo Vecchio and Palazzo Pitti. Galleria Uffizzi was for the next day, but I was walking around. Just to know how to arrive without getting lost or wasting time. There was also a Regatta taking place - cool! There were a group of musicians performing and also… Firenze - art is in the air... |
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Sep 23, 2008
Palazzo Vecchio. The original resides in the Galleria del Accademia. It’s quite amusing in the era of digital cameras to stand behind the crowd as they all lift their cameras high and as often as not just you can see on a myriad… Florence : Fine culture and fatigue in Tuscany. |
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