Whether stunningly sited or blending extraordinary architecture with magnificent scenery, the world’s most beautiful cities are captivating. While globalization has stripped many great metropolises of their aesthetic authenticity and bought much of their soul, there are still many cities that remain true to themselves, clinging to their cultural, architectural, and natural heritage.
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If New York can do it, everyone can. As recently reported by UCityGuides, New York is banning cars from its two most visited squares and now so is Florence. The city’s mayor has given the central piazza where the landmark Duomo stands to pedestrians only, and starting on the 25th of this month [...]

In addition to its countless Renaissance works, the lavish Palazzo Pitti in Florence is currently presenting a very temporary exhibition showing the rarely-seen interiors of the city’s opulent palaces. That is done through Massimo Listri’s photography that beautifully captures each extraordinary space and takes viewers closer to some hidden artistic spots. Until the [...]

One of the most romantic hotels in Florence is officially opening next month, a romantic retreat overlooking the center of the city from a panoramic hill. Il Salviatino Hotel is a 15th century palazzo surrounded by parkland, offering 61 rooms designed with opulent period furnishings and details, and is found 7km outside the city. [...]

When you take a break from its classic attractions and explore Florence’s contemporary side, you discover that the city is going through a modern Renaissance. Innovative artists and young entrepreneurs are placing Florence in the 21st century, and now you can see something besides Old Masters in an art tour of the city. [...]