A city steeped in history, art and culture that's long captivated tourists and visitors was also once the capital of Italy.

is not only Florence's religious center, but it's also the city's most recognizable attraction. Occupying the Piazza del Duomo in the heart of the city, this massive Gothic cathedral was erected ...

This lesser known Italian city is often dubbed the "Florence of the South" for its stunning baroque architecture but remains free from the crowds of tourists.

Father Giuseppe Pagano is furious. The 65-year-old Augustinian friar and his three fellow monks, who have dedicated their ...

"It's one of the hardest moments in recent history," he said. In Pisa, army soldiers placed sand bags behind the barrier lining a swollen river, while in Florence the Arno was lapping at the top ...

Within this must-see European country, Florence, in the heart of Italy's Tuscany region, is no exception. Surrounded by hills, vineyards, orchards, and filled with nearly endless art, history ...