Duomo, known as the cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, is one of the most majestic building of Italy and the crown jewel of Florence. From the center of town it rises above in all its glory, announcing to the world that Florence was the birthplace of the Renaissance. Giotto, Brunelleschi and Ghiberti speak directly to the heart and mind of man, withstanding the test of time and transcends cultural boundaries.

Campanile, the square tower next to the cathedral, designed by Giotto in 1334, was completed in 1359, 22 years after his death. Standing approximately 85 meters tall, the exterior is completely covered with white, green and pink marble tiles and adorned with relief designed by Andrea Pisano and statues, which represent prophets and sibyls (female prophets).

The 11th-century Baptistery is one of the oldest monuments of Florence. The exterior is white marble with beautiful geometric decorations.

Lorenzo Ghiberti designed two of the famous doors. One on the north has panels illustrating the Life of Christ; the east door depicts scenes of the Old Testament.

According to history, Michelangelo described the Baptistery's east doors as so beautiful they are worthy to be called "The Gates of Paradise".

1. The Baptism of Christ - detail panel as seen on the north doors of the Baptistery.

2. The Story of Jacob and Esau -detail panel as seen on the east doors - "Gates of Paradise".