Behind a false wall, a lost da Vinci might lurk
A mural commissioned in 1503 for the Palazzo Vecchio in Florence has been the subject of controversy and debate for more than ...
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Palazzo Vecchio
Palazzo Vecchio is a central Florence landmark with a long and storied history that dates back to 1299. The ruins of an ancient theater of the Roman colony of Florentia can be seen below from the ...
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Secret passageway through one of Italy’s most famous cityscapes opens to public for first time
For travel tips, recipes and more insight on Italian culture, sign up for CNN’s Unlocking Italy newsletter. This eight-part guide will have you packing your bags in no time. It was built as a ...
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Florence Opens Secret Passageway To The Public For The First Time
Designed in 1565 by Giorgio Vasari, the corridor spans 750 meters (2,460 feet), linking Florence’s key landmarks: the Palazzo Vecchio, the Uffizi Galleries, and the Palazzo Pitti. Built in just ...