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The Rificolona in Florence

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 15:57:00 +0000

Book a stay in Florence for 7th September 2009. The city will host the Rificolona, a celebration mainly for children, which is held on the eve of the Madonna�s Nativity, in Piazza Santissima Annunziata. Some people believe that the Rificolona stems from the arrival in Florence of the farmers and mountain populations from Casentino and Pistoia, looking to celebrate the religious event in the Florentine church and making the most of the possibility to sell their products at the fair held in the same square on 8th September.

The farmers had torches and lanterns with them for lighting their way into the city. The first �rificolone� (paper puppets with a light inside) were made by the inhabitants of Florence, inspired by those lanterns. Hanging from the windows of the houses, they managed to create an original and appealing environment. This is a historical and traditional event, that promotes and enhances and attachment of the inhabitants to their land.

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Galilei on Show in Florence

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 12:41:00 +0000

For anyone planning a travel to Florence, from 13th March to 30th August the beautiful Palazzo Strozzi will host a very original exhibition dedicated to Galileo Galilei: a tribute to his scientific discoveries, that date back to four centuries ago. The exhibition highlights the steps that led from the Aristotelic-Ptolemaic model of the universe to the Copernican and Galileian one: a very important historical moment, evoked by the presence of numerous finds, instruments, tools, and ancient drawings. The exhibition is open to public everyday from 9 AM to 8 PM, except on Thursday, when it is open from 9 AM to 11 PM.

Therefore the appointment with culture recurs in the city that gave so much to world's culture � and still does. Florence shows itself able to increase the value of its historical local tradition, by exalting and presenting again to the world public the most suggestive aspects of it. An opportunity to experience in first line the ancient tie that links us to our land.

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Visit the Art and Restoration Fair in Florence.

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:45:00 +0000

From 29th to 31st October 2009, the city of Florence has the pleasure of hosting the Art and Restoration Fair, a chance to focus both the public's and world of work's attention on the importance of valuing our country's cultural assets. The exhibition's aim is to ensure positive and constructive interaction between the numerous sectors involved in the worlds of art and culture, whilst confirming the significance of Florence in promoting the world of conservation, production and distribution of products projects, materials and articles.

This is an event of international importance, able to consolidate, in real terms, Italy's image and visibility, both in the sphere of artistic production and that of cultural awareness training for young people, protecting the Bel Paese's rich heritage.
The Fair is held in collaboration with the Regional Council of Tuscany, the Florence Tourist Office, the Florence Chamber of Commerce, and the Anna Lindh Foundation.

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noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:45:00 +0000

The Unicorn Festival in Florence

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 12:48:00 +0000

Make an appointment with fun in Vinci, in the province of Florence : from 25th to 26th July 2009 a role-play and comic book fair is taking place. The Unicorn Festival, a display of spectacle, and aimed particularly at children and young people, is the chance for fans of the genre to meet up. Every year sees more and more increasingly demanding people arriving, all due to the Fair's continual development of innovative themes and offers. Everything takes place in a traditional medieval context, accompanied by enchanting Celtic songs and fascinating dances.

Horror Fantasy plays a central role, and a special journey route will be set-up; one of the town's streets will also be the scene for horror role-playing. Expect to see lots of competitions, such as 'The Best Fantasy Creature' and 'Magic Arts Duelling'. Celebrated guests attending: Sergio Stano and Michele Madda, designer and writer of the 'Dylan Dog' comic book, published by Sergio Bonelli.

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International Craft Exhibition in Florence

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 10:30:00 +0000

If you are on holiday in Florence you cannot miss the "Mostra del Mercato Internazionale dell'Artigianato". The event will be held at the "Fortezza del Basso" from April 25th to May 3rd, daily from 10.00 am to 11.00 pm, except for the closing date in which the exhibition will take place from 10.00 am to 8.00 pm. The organization follows the path of past editions maintaining the division of six major areas of interest: territories, interior design, visions, world scenarios, taste, and fashion & jewels scenarios. The workers will present themselves according to the specific features of their products. It's a not-to-miss occasion of great interest and opportunities promoting a fruitful meeting between producers and consumers.

A fair that year after year has confirmed its superiority in exhibiting quality handicraft. During these 10 days it proposes to enhance the innovation and the tradition to which the different sectors are tied, promoting "Made in Italy" by means of meetings and multicultural convergences.

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Little Big Artworks in Florence

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 15:08:00 +0000

Florence is declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO during the year 1982. The city welcomes the tourists from all over the world to enjoy the art and events of the city. The International craft show organized each year during the month of April-May. This event in Florence wishes to increase the value of the craftwork heritage from an economic as well as cultural view point.

The another event which can be enjoy by the tourists from April to June is an international festival entirely dedicated to music that is held in the Municipal Theater in Florence, it is one of the oldest festivals in Europe. The city also celebrates the birth of St John the Baptist, with amazing fireworks displays. The tourists will get maximum entertainment and joy during their stay.

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USA Election Night in Florence

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 10:07:00 +0000

During the U.S. presidential elections, the Association Toscana USA is holding an interesting series of events that will allow all U.S. citizens on holiday in Florence, and anyone interested, to follow so original and involving the election of the future President of the United States of America.

From tomorrow October 15 to November 4 at the Saschall, the initiative will propose debates, concerts, exhibitions and tasting of typical American and Tuscan foods, culminating with the Election Night that will be followed on giant screen and on the Internet from 6 pm to 4 am next morning, also assisting at the examination results.

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September in Florence with Grapes and Wine

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 09:52:00 +0000

Florence and its province celebrate the month of grapes and wine, with a series of folk events tied to wine traditions that in these territories are particularly rooted.

Both the old town of Florence and the neighbouring localities are preparing are ready to host a series of engaging and exciting events in honour of grape harvest and its fruits: Friday 12 to Sunday 14, in Greve in Chianti, the XVIII Exhibition of Chianti Classico; from 25 to 28, in Rufina, XXXIII edition of Bacco Artigiano (Bacchus Craftsman) that on Saturday 27 will also involve the squares in Florence with the arrival of Carro Matto (Dotty Float) followed by the Historical Parade; moreover on Sunday 28 in Impruneta, with the Festival of Grapes and the parade of allegorical floats.

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The Science of Medici in Florence

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 08:55:00 +0000

Major sponsors for what that concerns the world of art, the Medici represented for Florence also an important benchmark in relation to science.

The exhibition "The Medici and the Sciences", proposed by Museo degli Argenti in Palazzo Pitti (until next January 11), reveals the passion that Grand Dukes of Tuscany had for science and their attempt to support the scientists and their mathematical, cosmographic and cartographic studies through collections of scientific instruments coming from various museums in Florence, many of whom flourished thanks to the commitment of historical figures such as Lorenzo the Magnificent and Cosimo I de Medici.

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Masters of Impressionism on display in Florence

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 12:06:00 +0000

From July 11 to September 28, Palazzo Strozzi hosts an exhibition dedicated to the great masters of Impressionism: over sixty paintings on display, an exciting journey to discover the secrets of this particular painting technique through masterpieces by Manet, Monet, Renoir, Van Gogh and Gauguin.

The exhibition tries to analyze the way the Impressionist artists have revolutionized the way we conceive the light and colors, with different expressive languages which have yet in common the same strong visual impact offered by canvases. An opportunity really interesting during a vacation in one of the cosy hotel in Florence.

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St. John's Day

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 10:55:00 +0000

On June 24, Florence celebrate the feast of St. John the Baptist, patron of the city, a day rich of interesting and involving events for both tourists and for the Florentines. Among the most fascinating folk events in Florence, this appointment also offers the tournament of "soccer in livery�, a competition that has its roots in the Medicean Age and that today takes place every year in Piazza Santa Croce, the day of St. John, among the four districts of the historic town: players of the district of S. Spirito form the team of "Whites", those of S. Maria Novella the "Reds", those of S. Croce the "Azures" and those of S. John the "Greens".

The event is preceded by a historic parade through the streets of the city and ends in the evening with the fireworks "i fochi".

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Firenze, Cradle of Renaissance

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Wed, 28 May 2008 07:10:00 +0000

Is starting tomorrow the evocative exhibition "The origins of Renaissance", dedicated to research the roots of that artistic and cultural phenomenon of the fifteenth century that has deeply marked the history of Florence, Italy and the all the world, promoting a renewed interest on the humanities and for the Fine Arts.

The event, which will end next November 30, is patterned along a route very particular: it involves some locations immersed in the wonderful and green scenery of the Mugello (as San Piero a Sieve, Borgo San Lorenzo, Scarperia and Vicchio), which were among the first to witness the rebirth of culture after the obscurantism (real or assumed such) of the Middle Ages.

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Florence's Amico Museo

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Fri, 02 May 2008 07:30:00 +0000

Also this year the traditional initiative "Amico Museo" (Friend Museum) is going to renew: from May 3 through 18 will be made available to the public several opportunities to live, in a really striking way, the immense and extraordinary artistic heritage preserved in museums in Florence and province.

The event is organized into several sections, based on the themes proposed by the museums themselves: depending on the chosen theme, it will therefore be possible to visit some museums at night, some sites usually not easy accessibility will be opened , it will be possible to take advantage of special pathways dedicated to children or families.

For the full programme of the event click here.

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Routes Out of the Old Town of Florence

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 12:26:00 +0000

The arrival of spring season provides the opportunity to take advantage of more opportunities to satisfy the desire of fun in Florence.

An excursion towards the wonders located just outside the old town, allows you to discover a new face of the city, a route that departs from the traditional tourist sites related to art and offers evocative images of the environment and territory of Tuscany. The areas near Florence host in fact some of the most beautiful villas in Italy, as Villa di Castello, the Villa Petraia, Villa La Capponcina, Villa Gamberaia and many others treasures.

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Florence Music of Easter

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 12:02:00 +0000

Also this year the celebrations of Easter in Florence will be enriched by a series of events of great intensity, especially regarding the music with the opportunity to attend many concerts that can offer strong emotions. It is a must for live Florence accompanied by the notes of musicians and orchestras internationally prestigious, characterized by a vast and varied repertoire that can satisfy listeners from all over the world.

For more information regarding schedules of concerts, go to the website www.firenzeturismo.it, full of tips on the best way to spend the Easter holidays in Florence.

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Chinese Renaissance in Florence

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 16:58:00 +0000

Palazzo Strozzi, one of the most striking Florence buildings, exhibits masterpieces of Chinese Renaissance, with works seen for the first time in Europe. Up to June 8th, daily from 9 am to 8 pm, is possible to admire the splendor of the paintings and jewelry of ancient China in the exhibition "China: the court of emperors".

The period under review is that of the Chinese Golden Age (25-907 AD), in which China was the scene of international trade and a remarkable cultural openness, while the Buddhist religion put deep roots in society inspiring artists of every discipline.

Info: www.palazzostrozzi.org

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The Shape of the Book

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 15:05:00 +0000

The rich variety of exhibitions, museums and galleries in Florence is really wide. From February 14 to July 31, the Medicea Laurentian Library proposes a new exhibition devoted to writing. The event, entitled "The Shape of the Book: from Roll to Code (3rd Century BC - 19th Century AD)", enables to discover the materials and the various tools used to write from Antiquity to the Nineteenth Century, both in the West and the East.

The exhibition is divided into two sections, one old and the other more recent, which are characterized by exposure of ancient pottery, fragments of papyrus rolls, wooden tablets, scrolls up to books made in medieval monasteries and rolls from China and Japan.

Info: www.bml.firenze.sbn.it

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Ludus in fabula

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 14:55:00 +0000

The Museo Archeologico Nazionale of Florence, with the collaboration of Istituto degli Innocenti presents the exhibition "Ludus in fabula. Games and images in antiquity", a journey through the History that Florence offers with the representation of life and games of children in the remote past of humanity. The large number of finds, mainly from the Collezioni Medicee and consisting of dolls and toys (also made with nuts and bones), is accompanied by a series of images of children during antiquity.

The exhibition is open from February 3 through June 2008 and is characterized by the free entrance.

Info: tel. 05523575

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Nature, Man and Masks

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 15:18:00 +0000

The Museum of Natural History (of the Florence's University of Studies), in cooperation with Comune di Firenze, presents the exhibition �Nature, Man and Masks�, an opportunity for child, accompanied by parents, to discover the art of masks as communication strategy in animals and different human cultures.

Saturday February 9th, from 4,30 to 6,30 P.M., there will be a chance to understand better the origin of a ritual like Carnival, and the way men took inspiration of wearing masks from nature and animals, using that as symbolic messages. The following day, from 10 to 12 A.M., the museum gives the possibility to visit sections of Anthropology and Ethnology, to discover the anthropological and sociological meaning of mask as ritual instrument in different cultures. An interesting way to enjoy Florence, different than usual tourism.

Info:

www.comune.fi.it

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The Fascinating History of Bicycles

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 15:53:00 +0000

Symbol of the promotion of good health and of a growing environmental awareness, the bicycle is one of the most popular vehicles, used and loved by people of all ages. The history of its development, since the introduction in Europe in 19th century until the achievement of success, with the cultural and social involvements are represented in a very interesting exhibition placed in Florence's Institute and Museum of the History of Science.

Cycling through Time offers the opportunity to esteem deeply antique bicycles, granted to the Museum by various collectors. The exhibition (extended to February 2th) is also dedicated to the display of a lot of photographs, posters and antique prints, so during your Florence holidays don't miss opportunity of a journey to the past!

More informations are available on www.imss.fi.it

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One Hundred 20th Century Photographers

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 15:23:00 +0000

If you are spending your holiday in hotel Tuscany, don't miss the opportunity to visit the exhibition "One Hundred 20th Century Photographers" at the Museo Nazionale Alinari della Fotografia (MNAF), that is located in Piazza Santa Maria Novella (a very important and beautiful square of Florence). Inside the Leopoldine compound, a building of the Renaissance, is possible to take a tour looking up to the wonderful collection of Charles-Henri Favrod, a really prominent figure in contemporary world of photography.

The rich set is made up one hundred photos from one hundred different photographers and represents a very interesting journey through some of the best images of our time.

Get more informations at www.alinarifondazione.it

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Music on stage

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 12:10:00 +0000

Music on stage. Artist across the 70 years of the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino until 9th September 2007.

The exhibition intends to celebrate the Seventy editions of the �Maggio Musicale Fiorentino�, the most important Italian Music Festival, through a selection of set designs, models, costume designs by Giorgio De Chirico, Gino Severini, Piero Dorazio,Mario Sironi, Enrico Prampolini, Derek Jarman and many others.

Music on Stage is a great exhibition that you can't miss along your holiday in bed & breakfast in Florence.

Ticket prices: Full price 11,50 euros

Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 8.15 a.m. - 6.50 p.m. - Closed on Monday and 1st May

Info:
Firenze Musei
Ph.: +39 055.294883
Fax. +39 055.264406
Web: www.polomuseale.firenze.it

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Vasco Rossi in concert to Florence

noreply@blogger.com (Webmaster) — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 13:59:00 +0000

�A message of peace and culture that leave from Florence in the day of the memory of the tragedy of Ground Zero�. Those are the words of the city council member to the sport Eugene Giani, introducing the concert of Vasco Rossi.
The date of the 11 september unavoidablly is tied to the attack to the Twin Towers of 6 years ago. �This appointment - it has added the Giani city council member - beyond to being a evening of great show with one of the greater Italian artists who lacked to Florence from 2004, represent also a strong message of peace and have one symbolic valence much particular one�.

Don't miss this exhibionting during your holiday in Tuscany bed and breakfast.

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