Florence - San Lorenzo and its Neighbourhood
The
district of San Lorenzo is the symbol of the Medici dynasty. Here, the
Basilica of San Lorenzo was built by order of the Medici family. The
Cappelle Medicee (Medici Chapels) and the
Cappella dei Principi (Chapel of the Princes) are the burial places of the most important members of the family. The
Basilica of San Lorenzo stands not too far from
Palazzo Medici Riccardi the Medici`s Renaissance residence.
North of the Basilica, there is the fruit and vegetable market built in the 19th century.
San Lorenzo is one of
Florence most characteristic districts. Far from the most renowned attractions, the district of
San Lorenzo with the stands of the open market and its cafés and its small bed and breakfasts full of students and people coming from all over the world, is immersed in a fascinating popular atmosphere.
Things to see in the neighbourhood of San Lorenzo:
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Basilica of San Lorenzo
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Museum Medici Chapels
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Palazzo Medici Riccardi
| The Mercato Centrale - Florence central fruit and vegetable market was built in 1874. The interior is full of stands displaying the colourful goods on sale. Numerous stands surround the building, selling any kind of products: leather goods, food, bags, clothes... In the evening, the stands are removed and lots of Florentines and foreigners crowd the many cafés and restaurants ... The Mercato Centrale
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