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The Florence Cathedral, also known as the Duomo or the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, in Florence.
The Boboli Gardens, located behind the Pitti Palace in Florence, are a sprawling 111-acre landscape designed in the Italian Renaissance style. Visitors can explore a variety of historical and artistic features, including:
- Statuary: The gardens house an extensive collection of sculptures from various historical periods, featuring works by notable Mannerist and Baroque artists.1
- Amphitheatre: A well-known, horseshoe-shaped amphitheatre that includes an Egyptian obelisk.1
- Fountains and Structures: Key highlights include the Artichoke Fountain, a Rococo-style Kaffeehaus, and the Museum of Porcelain.1
- Water Features: The gardens are known for their elaborate historical water distribution system, known as the Acqua Ferdinanda, which was essential for maintaining the grounds.1
These gardens were originally commissioned by Eleonora de Toledo in 1550 to serve as a grand setting for Medici court entertainments and pageants.1