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Piazza della Signoria

In Front of the Palazzo Vecchio, Florence, Italy

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Piazza della Signoria Reviews

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The heart of Florence

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Zhebiton from Moscow, Moskva, Russia
  • May 5, 2011
The heart of Florence
Quote: Piazza della Signoria - the heart of Florence. Over the centuries, this area was the center of the political life of Florence, with its associated key events in its history. On this square rulers of Florence were executed rebels. In 1498 there was... Read the full Piazza della Signoria review

From journal The “Cradle of the Renaissance”

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Free Open-air Museum

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Zhebiton from Moscow, Moskva, Russia
  • July 20, 2010
Free Open-air Museum
Quote: Statue of Perseus with the head of Medusa "Benvenuto Cellini," The Rape of the Sabine Women "Dzhanboloni and others. A statue in the square deserve special attention! Many young artists diligently paint them in their albums. David by Michelangelo.... Read the full Piazza della Signoria review

From journal The “Cradle of the Renaissance”

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Plaza for Art-Lovers

  • 5 out of 5 stars by airynfaerie from St. Augustine, Florida
  • November 5, 2009
Plaza for Art-Lovers
Quote: Piazza della Signoria is one of the most fascinating squares in the city, and rightfully so, as it's home to amazing sculptures, the main civic building, and intriguing history. Set in an odd shape and with side streets going off in every direction,... Read the full Piazza della Signoria review

From journal Visiting the Piazzas of Florence

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The Outdoor Museum of Piazza della Signoria

  • 4 out of 5 stars by manlalakbay from davao, Philippines
  • February 16, 2009
The Outdoor Museum of Piazza della Signoria
Quote: For those who may not have the time to go around the many museums of Florence, or for those who prefer not to spend their euros with galleries but still want some exposure to Firenze art, Piazza della Signoria is the best place to go.The plaza is... Read the full Piazza della Signoria review

From journal A Day and a Half in Florence

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Ars Gratia Artis

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Liam Hetherington from Manchester, United Kingdom
  • August 10, 2008
Ars Gratia Artis
Quote: The endless parade of art that is Florence continues outside the museums in the Piazza della Signoria. This square is like an open-air art gallery. It is as fine a civic diplay as you could ever hope to see. A reproduction of Michelangelo’s ‘David’... Read the full Piazza della Signoria review

From journal Florence, Birth-Place of the Renaissance

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Museo di Palazzo Vecchio

  • 4 out of 5 stars by paolo1899 from Naples, Italy
  • September 22, 2007
Museo di Palazzo Vecchio
Quote: This massive, Tuscan Gothic crenellated fortress palace is among the most impressive town halls of Tuscany. Overlooking the Piazza della Signoria with its famous copy of Michelangelo's David statue as well the gallery of statues in the adjacent... Read the full Piazza della Signoria review

From journal The Palazzo Vecchio

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Piazza della Signoria

  • 5 out of 5 stars by artslover from Calgary, Alberta
  • May 28, 2007
Piazza della Signoria
Quote: Piazza della Signoria has been the political heart of the city from the Middle Ages to the present day. For a visitor, it is a free outdoor museum.It gets its name from the most important monument there, Palazzo della Signoria, designed by Arnolfo... Read the full Piazza della Signoria review

From journal Arte Firenze

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Piazza della Signoria

  • 3 out of 5 stars by ggcahill from Mont Albert North, undefined, Australia
  • November 18, 2004
Piazza della Signoria
Quote: The square was laid out in the 13th and 14th century and has been the heart of Florence's political and social life since then. Citizens were once summoned to meetings here, and on the day we visited, the Piazza was full of people relaxing amongst... Read the full Piazza della Signoria review

From journal Florence - for lovers of art and shopping

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Piazza della Signoria

  • 3 out of 5 stars by jaybroek from Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
  • November 21, 2003
Piazza della Signoria
Quote: If one were to conjure an idyllic European scene in their minds it would almost certainly include a pavement café or bar of some kind, most probably on a wide piazza populated by beautiful people meeting other beautiful people for an espresso. There... Read the full Piazza della Signoria review

From journal Romance, Renaissance and Restaurants - Florence

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Piazza della Signoria

  • 4 out of 5 stars by millsy99 from Knoxville, Tennessee
  • June 30, 2001
Piazza della Signoria
Quote: This large piazza is located just outside the Palazzo Vecchio, near the Uffizi. Several interesting sculptures and statues decorate the area. The large Nettuno, or Neptune, stands close to the marker showing where Savonarola was burned for being a... Read the full Piazza della Signoria review

From journal FLORENCE