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Ponte Vecchio Florence Italy
Artist
Wayne Moran
Medium
Photograph - Fine Art Photography
Description
Ponte Vecchio Florence Italy
The Ponte Vecchio is one of Florence's most iconic landmarks, renowned for its unique architecture and historical significance. Translating to "Old Bridge" in Italian, it spans the Arno River in Florence, Italy. The bridge is distinctive for its medieval stone construction and its shops built along its length, which historically housed merchants, particularly goldsmiths and jewelers.
Originally constructed in Roman times, the Ponte Vecchio has undergone several reconstructions due to floods and fires over the centuries. Its current design dates back to the 14th century, with the shops added in the 16th century by order of the Medici family.
One of the most striking features of the Ponte Vecchio is the Vasari Corridor, an elevated enclosed passageway that connects the Palazzo Vecchio (Florence's town hall) with the Palazzo Pitti, which was the residence of the Medici family. This corridor allowed the Medici rulers to move between their residences without being exposed to the public.
Today, the Ponte Vecchio is a bustling tourist destination, with its shops selling a variety of goods, from jewelry to souvenirs. It offers stunning views of the Arno River and Florence's skyline, making it a must-visit attraction for anyone exploring the city.
Read more about Florence: https://waynemoranphotography.com/blog/top-10-reasons-to-visit-florence-italy/
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December 31st, 2018
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Gary F Richards 3 Hours Ago
Punta Gorda, FL - United States
Spectacular Ponte Vecchio Florence Italy composition, lighting, shading, colors and artwork! Congratulations on your beautiful moving Special Feature! F/L
Marcia Lee Jones 8 Hours Ago
Portsmouth, NH - United States
Fabulous evening lights in the city of Florence!
Wayne Moran 8 Hours Ago
Minneapolis, MN - United States
You are too kind my friends, Thank you so very much.
Morris Finkelstein 12 Hours Ago
St. Louis, MO - United States
Revisiting this great Ponte Vecchio artwork!
Morris Finkelstein 12 Hours Ago
St. Louis, MO - United States
Stunning Florence cityscape photograph with great architecture, colors, light and reflections, and composition!
Sabina Pamfili 13 Hours Ago
Toronto, ON - Canada
the bridge! Venice is going to charge tourists now. Great photography, Wayne. Love the fresh look and clean also.
Wayne Moran replied:
That is just crazy, but I can understand it. They need to maintain the place. Thank you so very much.
Antonis Meintanis 14 Hours Ago
Athens, la - Greece
Wonderful...Amazing..colors,light,reflections and place dear Wayne !!👍 👌Best and creative wishes !👌fav👌
Wayne Moran 17 Hours Ago
Minneapolis, MN - United States
You are too kind my friends, Thank you so very much.
Phyllis Taylor 17 Hours Ago
Cincinnati, OH - United States
Beautiful image! I love the colors and reflections.
Wayne Moran 19 Hours Ago
Minneapolis, MN - United States
You are too kind my friends, Thank you so very much.
Wayne Moran 1 Day Ago
Minneapolis, MN - United States
You are too kind my friends, Thank you so very much.
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