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Churches and places of worship Firenze e Area Fiorentina

Campi Bisenzio - Churches and places of worship

Pieve di Santo Stefano

The Pieve di Santo Stefano has ancient origins dating back to 930, but some historians also date it back to 420. The church retains little of what was its original structure, also because of the various restorations concluded during the centuries. In spite of this, the Parish Church still retains several artistic works, such as “The Annunciation” by Paolo Schiavo and “Madonna with Child and Saints “by Francesco Botticini.

Florence - Churches and places of worship

Basilica della Santissima Annunziata

Santissima Annunziata, Florence is translated in English as the Basilica of the Most Holy Annunciation. It is found in North Eastern part of Piazza, Florence. It was built in 1250 by the original members of the organization known as the service order. It is here that an Annunciation painting which is believed to have been finished by an Angel when a monk who could not finish due to his perceived inadequacy it was asleep.

Reggello - Churches and places of worship

Abbazia di Vallombrosa

Abbazia di Vallombrosa is situated in the beautiful Forest, created and cared for by monks until it was declared in 1973,' Natural Biogenetic Reserve '. The impressive building, which is dominated by the tower and belfry from 1200, looks like a castle. Inside the Abbey there are numerous works of art. Around the Abbey, in the forest, there are chapels and shrines linked to episodes of the life of Gualberto head of the monasticism of Vallombrosa. The paths that lead to these small religious buildings offer visitors many opportunities for meditation.

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