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Art 2008, Florence 25-04-2008 to 04-05-2008
ART, International Arts and Crafts exhibition, has reached its 72 edition and will happen at the Fortezza da Basso in Florence from Friday, April 25 to Sunday, May 4, 2008.
ART 2008 is organized by the FirenzeFiera, in collaboration with Artex and it is one of the most prestigious showcases for the Artistic Arts and Crafts and traditional quality, at both national and international levels.
An appointment that cannot be renounced by those who are passionate about Arts and Crafts.
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Antiques Fair in Cortona
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The Uffizi Gallery was built in 1560 for Cosimo de Medici by the famed art historian Vasari. In surface space of approximately 8000 square meters, the Galleria degli Ufizzi houses one of the most important art collections of all time including...more...Accademia Gallery in Florence has a number of paintings a collection of 15th- and 16th-century paintings and many 13th-16th-century Tuscan paintings.more...
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The Province of Florence is a province in the Tuscany region of Italy, with an area of 3,514 sq. km and a population of 933,860 in 44communes.Much of the province lies in the plain of the Arno River and has become an exurban sprawl around the city of Florence. The northeastern part of the province, in the Apennines, has escaped this fate and remains unspoiled.
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Tuscany (region)
Tuscany - Toscana - lies in central Italy measuring 22,992 square kilometers of which 1330 make up Tuscan archipelago, it has a population of over 3.5 million. The region contains all types of scenery providing the tourist with an infinite choice of wandering: a region of gentle hills, mountains, sandy beaches and rugged Mediterranean coastlines.
Tuscany is the greenest ar...
moreFor many centuries the hills surrounding Florence have been the location of the residences and county villas of the citizens of Florence during the hot summer months. As a result the surrounding area is full of parks, gardens, vineyards, elegant homes and farm houses hence it is not difficult to find something pleasing to the eye.
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80.00 EUR
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Private townhouse in a quiet street (Piazza delle Cure) just 10 mins. walk from the centre.To make you feel at home we serve on request typical dishes of Tuscan cooking. Discounts are available for children and groups.
Florence
Situated in south Florence, in the district of Gavinana, a quiet residential area situated between the historic centre and Piazzale Michelangelo famous for its panoramic view of Florence. Easy access by car and well served by public transport.
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Villa is located 5 km from Florence and is an elegant historic Medici residence, restored in perfect harmony with its past. You can choose accommodations from amongst five different apartments.
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Hotel is situated in a historical palace bordering the historical centre of Florence. It has 16 nice rooms, all equipped with a private bathroom, TV and direct dial telephone. A continental buffet breakfast is served every morning.
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Bed & Breakfast Cassia is located in Florence downtown area where all important museums and shops are, but it is in a quiet street so you can have a good rest out of the noisy traffic of the centre of Florence.