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Galileo's middle finger is on display in the Galileo Museum after Anton Francesco Gori decided to snap it off to keep as a souvenir.

Florence is the birthplace of the Piano, which was invented by Bartolomeo Cristofori in the early stages of the 18th century.

Florence is the home of the greatest artists of history: Donatello, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci.

The population of the City of Florence is around 385,000 people. Each year, thousands of tourists descend upon the city to see the sights and hear the many sounds that Florence has to offer.

Florence was the first city in all of Europe to have paved streets.

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Florence is the capital of Italy's Tuscany region.

Florence's neighboring cities are: Fiesole, Montaione, Bagno a Ripoli, & San Casciano in Val di Pesa.

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Florence was built in 59 BC.

Emperor Julius Caesar influenced the creation of Florence.

Crossed the Arno river that connected Rome to Northern Italy.

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The Ponte Veccio (Old Bridge): Bridge was built in 1218 & was rebuilt in 1345 after a flood. Known as everlasting symbol of Florence as it has overcome many natural disasters and wars (World War II).

The Duomo: Cathedral was built in 13th century by Arnolfo di Cambio. Took 2 centuries to finish due to all of the detailed architecture. The cathedral is full of amazing artwork everywhere you look.

The Accademia Gallery: Hall of Colossus: Contains many giant sculptures of Dioscuri of Montecavallo and many others. Musical Instruments Hall:  Has original handmade Antonio Stradivari red spruce and maple wood Medici violin that was created in the 17th century as well many of older instruments.

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Ubiquitous bread: Bread is very important in Florence. Tuscan bread dates all the way back to the Middle Ages.

-Panzanella: A salad consisting of diced tomato, onion, basil, olive oil, vinegar, and bread cubes!

-Bistecca Alla Fiorentina: Thick porterhouse cut of beef, weighing anywhere from 2-8lbs. Served  well roasted on the outside and red & bloody on the inside.

-Pappardelle Sulla Lepre: Pasta with meat from hare, goose or rabbit with a sauce.

-Schiacciata Alla Fiorentina: Sponge cake covered with vanilla and lemonscented sugar.

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Panzanella:

Ingredients: Tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, garlic, basil, extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, Italian bread.

Preparation: http://www.tuscanrecipes.com/recipes/panzanella.html

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https://www.visittuscany.com/en/ideas/10-small-towns-near-florence/

https://thinkglobalschool.org/seven-interesting-facts-about-florence-italy/

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https://www.visitflorence.com/what-to-see-in-florence/

http://www.panoramitalia.com/en/food-wine/article/tasting-florence/1954/

http://www.tuscanrecipes.com/recipes/panzanella.html

Pictures:
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/230105862183292985/

https://thinkglobalschool.org/seven-interesting-facts-about-florence-italy/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Historic_Centre_of_Florence

http://www.panoramitalia.com/en/food-wine/article/tasting-florence/1954/

http://www.tuscanrecipes.com/recipes/panzanella.html