All the business and cultural fairs and festivals in Florence have been held at one time or another at the Firenze Fiera. Known by its English name as the Florence Congress and Expo Center, it is the one of the largest convention centers in the country with sufficient space to accommodate as many as 16,000 people within its premises. Indeed, the Florentines love to boast that rare is the...
read moreThe nightlife in Florence mirrors its fashion world. The nightclubs, bars and discos are constantly changing to cater to the fickle needs of the party set, which includes the student population, the local and foreign tourists as well as the native Florentines out to have a good time. There are numerous choices to be had from the trendy bars and clubs on the streets to the underground...
read moreFlorence is really a veritable fashion hub in the region. Thus, it comes as no surprise that one of the biggest fashion shows in the world – the Pitti Moda – is held on an annual basis in the city. There are many categories within it, which include fashion for men and women as well as children and even for the knit industry. In the year 2010, the events are slated to happen in the...
read moreTraveling to Florence, Italy proved to be a highlight of our recent European vacation. We were able to spend 4 days exploring the sights, sounds and tastes of this Renaissance city. In order to maximize our sightseeing experiences we chose some special modes of transportation that saved us from long hours of walking aimlessly around the narrow city streets. We signed up for bike rides and...
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