The
Palazzo Pitti is situated on the southern bank
of the River Arno and was designed for the Pitt
family by Brunelleschi. This huge palace is quite
imposing and features some wonderful pieces of
art by Raphael, Filippo Lippi, Tintoretto, Veronese
and Rubens - all displayed in beautifully decorated
rooms. The palace is also home to a modern art
collection and a costume collection. Outside to
the rear is the stunning landscaped Boboli Gardens,
with ponds, fountains and formal clipped hedges.
This is one of the top tourist attractions in
this part of Florence. |
