One of the main reasons why most people visit the Uffizi Gallery is for Botticelli. The church of Ognissanti is the final resting place of painters Botticelli and Ghirlandaio. Botticelli's mural "St. Augustine in His Study" holds a significant position. The largest mural in the church is Ghirlandaio's "The Last Supper", which is also located in the monastery's refectory, where one can witness both Ghirlandaio and Botticelli's prowess under the same roof.
The Basilica di Santa Maria Novella, which can be seen right after exiting the train station, is the first papal church in Florence. The black and white marble facade, completed by architect Alberti in the 15th century, complements the Gothic style of the lower half. When combined with the blue sky and white clouds, it is the most beautiful scenery.
6 in Piazza Santa Maria Novella
The new Piazza Santa Maria is just across the church, and there will be a market here from time to time. Don't miss this vibrant Italy if you happen to come across it, maybe you can find your true love.
The Saint Michael Church and Museum is located on the roadside, adjacent to the Notre-Dame des Fleurs Cathedral and the Arno River. It was built in the 14th century inside the grain market arcade. The exterior of the church features many statues, all masterpieces of Renaissance-era artists, including Giambologna's "Saint Matthew" and Donatello's "Saint George".
Museum of Opera of Saint Maria of Fiore
The Cathedral Museum (Museo dell'Opera del Duomo), as part of the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, concentrates on the art pieces and valuable architectural components originally exhibited inside and outside the church. Here, visitors can gain a complete understanding of the development and changes in sculptural art during the Renaissance period in Florence.
Battistero di San Giovanni
The unique octagonal Baptistry of San Giovanni is located opposite the Cathedral, with a similar architectural style to the Campanile and the Church of Santa Maria del Fiore. The highlight of the Baptistry are the three bronze doors depicting the stories of the Old Testament. The ceiling is made of a practical combination of mosaic marble tiles, with the most famous being the mosaic of the Last Judgment, divided into three spaces: heaven, earth, and hell. Created by Michelangelo during a period of spiritual crisis, it expresses his inner conflicts and pain.
