The Gucci company became one of the world’s most successful manufacturers of high-end leather goods, clothing, and other fashion products, founded in Florence in 1906
Believe it or not there are three David’s in Florence. The 1501 original, sculptured by Michelangelo, was moved inside the Accademia from Piazza Signoria in 1873 to prevent weather damage.
In order to connect Palazzo Vecchio with Palazzo Pitti, in 1565 G. Vasari build the famous Vasari Corridor above Ponte Vecchio. In 1966, the bridge withstood when the Arno once again burst its banks.
The Bistecca, one of the symbol of Florence, consists of a T-bone or porterhouse steak, grilled over a wood or charcoal fire, and dressed with salt and, sometimes, black pepper, and olive oil.
It is one of the oldest and most famous art museums of the world. Building of the palace was begun by Giorgio Vasari in 1560 for Cosimo I de' Medici as the offices for the Florentine magistrates
