Opera Was Born in Florence
Without a doubt Florence is an extraordinarily beautiful city. Cradle of the Renaissance and one of Europe’s great Art cities, Florence is also well known for its breathtaking landscapes, exquisite cuisine and rich History. Even though it is famous for so many things, not so many people know that it is also the birthplace of […]
Inspiration from Renaissance’s Court Theatre
It all started with a celebration, like most things in Italy do. When the Great Duke Cosimo of Medici married Eleonora of Toledo in 1539, in Florence’s Palazzo Medici Riccardi. The palace’s main courtyard-garden was adapted into a theatre of such grandeur and glamour that it became a trend during that time. The outdoor court […]