History · The Florentine journalHow Did Brunelleschi Build Florence’s Dome?
An approachable introduction to Brunelleschi’s two-shell dome, the engineering problem it solved and what to notice from the square.
History, with a little curiosity.
Ideas, stories and practical details for a richer Florentine adventure.
History · The Florentine journal
History · The Florentine journalPonte Vecchio: The Bridge That Became a Street
Look beyond the postcard view to the shops, river engineering and elevated passage that make Florence’s Ponte Vecchio extraordinary.
History · The Florentine journalBoboli Gardens: How to Read a Renaissance Landscape
Explore Boboli as a designed landscape, with formal views, garden rooms and practical advice for a comfortable visit on its sloping paths.
History · The Florentine journalSanta Croce: Art, Memory and a Living Church
Approach Santa Croce through its Franciscan history, painted stories and memorials, with practical advice for a respectful visit.