Everything about Florence seems to be coloured with a mild violet, like diluted wine.” (Henry James, American expatriate writer 1843-1916).
Probably with the exception of Venice, no other European city lives off its past like Florence. After all, it was the birthplace of the Renaissance, an amazing outburst of activity from the 14th to the 16th century that completely changed this Tuscan town and the world. Under the benevolent eye (and the pursue) of the Medicis, Florence blossomed into an unrivalled repository of art and architectural treasures, with masterpieces by geniuses such as Botticelli, Brunelleschi, Cellini, Donatello, Fra Angelico, Ghiberti, Leonardo, Michelangelo and Raphael.
You can enjoy this magnificent city by staying in one of our beautiful villas such as Villa Giotto or Villa di Bagnolo, both set in the country side and enjoying views of the nearby city. Read more... |
