The dome of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence, Italy, was completed in 1436. Its supple curves and innovative engineering are a monument to the genius of Filippo Brunelleschi.

European monarchs and religious entities had a penchant for erecting massively elaborate and intricately beautiful monuments ...

As the birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence has a ton of incredible galleries, museums, and architecture. As the home of ...

The cathedral complex, known as Piazza del Duomo, includes the Campanile by Italian art master Giotto; and Baptistery. This ...

Access to the cathedral changes seasonally, but generally, the church is open Monday through Saturday from 10:15 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. The dome welcomes ... Day Trip from Florence: Siena, San ...