Duomo

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by Henk Bekker

in Florence, Italy, Tuscany

Climb Giotto’s Campanile Bell Tower of the Duomo in Florence

Duomo Florence Late Afternoon with Giotto's Campanile

The Campanile of Florence Cathedral (Duomo) is a Gothic masterpiece designed by Giotto and is often considered the most beautiful bell tower in Italy. Giotto added a visual focal point to the skyline of early 14th-century Florence with the magnificent bell tower (campanile) of the cathedral decades before Brunelleschi’s cupola would steal the show. The … Read more

Visit the Free Cathedral of Florence (Duomo di Firenze)

Duomo di Firenze seen from the Palazzo Vecchio

The exterior of the Cathedral of Florence (Duomo di Firenze) is often more impressive than a visit to the large Gothic church interior, which is free and seen without tickets or time-slot reservations. The Duomo di Firenze with its famous dome is the symbol of Florence. This large cathedral dominates and beautifies the skyline from … Read more