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FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 4 | History Defined

Secret passage that Florence's Medici used to move safely reopens to public after 8-year renovation

For centuries, Florence’s 16th-century Vasari Corridor was only accessible to dukes and lords

The Independent UK

Corridor of power: the Medicis’ cross-river Florence walkway opens to public

Tourists can now use 16th-century passageway over the Arno, whose windows were enlarged when Hitler visited

The Guardian - UK

Explosion at Florence fuel depot sends thick black smoke into sky

Thick black smoke poured into the sky near Florence, Italy, after a fuel depot explosion on Monday, 9 December.

The Independent UK

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Florence explosion: Two dead and four missing after huge blast at fuel storage facility near city

Nine people were also injured in the blast in Calenzano on the northern outskirts of the Tuscan capital, authorities said

Evening Standard

Explosion At Italian Gas Refinery Near Florence Leaves Casualties

Tragedy strikes as an explosion at an Italian gas refinery near Florence claims two lives and leaves nine injured. Regional authorities issue warnings and ...

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One of Italy’s most beautiful cities issues 10-point plan to tackle overtourism

The city has repeatedly pressed for a special regulation from the national government

The Independent UK

The week in art: Michelangelo, Leonardo, Raphael; Drawing the Italian Renaissance – review

A trio of Renaissance masters look over each other’s shoulders in Florence 1504, while a parallel show of drawings gets to the very heart of their art

The Guardian - UK

Leonardo, Raphael and Michelangelo: who is the greatest of the Renaissance masters?

Ahead of a new exhibition at London’s Royal Academy of Arts, writers make a case for each of Renaissance art’s big three, from the secretive genius of Leonardo to Raphael’s beguiling brilliance and the space-filling majesty of Michelangelo

The Guardian - UK

Michelangelo, Leonardo, Raphael review – bitchy Da Vinci conquers the army of gnarly nudes

The battle scenes at the centre of this somewhat academic exhibition ring with unforgettable violence – as Leonardo’s howling warrior prepares to sever an enemy’s hand

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Meet the Welsh champions’ goalkeeper set to face David de Gea in dream European tie against Fiorentina

The New Saints are heading to Florence for a David-and-Goliath tie in the Europa Conference League

The Guardian - UK

The new Wolf Hall? Bitter rivalries in Renaissance Florence coming to BBC

Renaissance: The Blood and the Beauty examines the struggle between Michelangelo, Raphael and Leonardo

The Independent UK

Travel expert warns of Florence law that’s easy to break – but could result in £420 fine

Tourists could recieve hefty fines if they are caught bending the tules on these four streets

The Independent UK

Greece brings in new tourism measures in bid to tackle housing crisis

Europe’s tourism boom has prompted hotspots such as Spain, Lisbon, Berlin and Florence to announce restrictions

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Why Tuscany is the Perfect Destination for Remote Workers and Digital Nomads

As the remote work movement continues to gain momentum, professionals worldwide are rethinking their work environments. Remote workers and digital nomads are no longer confined to the typical office; they now seek dream locations that balance work and life in extraordinary ways.

The National (Scotland)

Val McDermid and Chris Brookmyre in running for crime writing prize

NOVELS set in 16th century Florence, Perthshire and the US are among those in the running for a major crime writing prize...

The Guardian - UK

Sorrento to Santorini: nine Mediterranean escapes for autumn sunshine

As the summer ends, the UK weather can be even more unpredictable than usual – so seek out some rays of reliable sunshine in these south European destinations

The Independent UK

Italy plans tourist tax of up to €25 a night to tackle overcrowding in cities like Florence and Rome

The increased levy could fund bin collections in financially disadvantaged cities

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Stella D'Italia is a Renaissance haven that tells a story of Florence

Stella D’Italia is the Florentine boutique escape by local hoteliers Matteo Perduca and Betty Soldi to know

The Guardian - UK

Italian hospitals report rise in heat cases as weather fails to deter tourists

Number of people accessing emergency care for heat-related illnesses is up in cities including Rome, Florence and Venice

The Independent UK

Airlines are cutting the price of flights for last-minute summer holidays to as little as £15

Destinations you can reach for less include Malaga, Seville, Valencia and Florence

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