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Florence Firenze - Italy :

Florence Ponte Vecchio -- The oldest and most famous bridge across the Arno, the Ponte Vecchio (Old Bridge) we know today was built in 1345 by Taddeo Gaddi to replace an earlier version. The characteristic overhanging shops have lined the bridge since at least the 12th century. In the 16th century, it was home to butchers until Cosimo I moved into the Palazzo Pitti across the river. He couldn't stand the stench as he crossed the bridge from on high in the Corridorio Vasariano every day, so he evicted the meat cutters and moved in the classier gold- and silversmiths, tradesmen who occupy the bridge to this day.

The first wooden construction is from 972 but it was destroyed by a flood in 1117. It was redone in stone but it was devastated again in 1332 by a fire and collapsed again in 1333. The current structure was built in 1345 from a design by Neri di Fioravante and has demonstrated a really strong stability, since it has passed through several floods and wars eversince. To the left of the bridge, above the shops, runs a long corridor (built in 1565 under the orders of Cosimo I De' Medici) which crosses the bridge and connects the Uffizi Gallery with Palazzo Pitti.

Time zone -- GMT + 1 (GMT + 2 from last Sunday in March to last Sunday in October)

Currency -- Euro

Language -- Italian, of course, is the language of the land, but English is generally understood at most attractions such as museums and at most hotels and restaurants that cater to visitors. Even if not all the staff at a restaurant, for example, speaks English, almost always,one person does and can be summoned.

Electricity -- The electricity in Italy varies considerably. It's usually alternating current (AC), varying from 42 to 50 cycles. The voltage can be anywhere from 115 to 220. It's recommended that any visitor carrying electrical appliances obtain a transformer. Check the exact local current at the hotel where you're staying. Plugs have prongs that are round, not flat; therefore, an adapter plug is also needed.

Air Connections -- Peretola Airport, Florence Airport (Italian: Aeroporto di Firenze) or Amerigo Vespucci Airport (IATA: FLR, ICAO: LIRQ) is an airport located close to Florence, Italy, but administratively located within the territory of Sesto Fiorentino. It is one of two main airports in the Tuscany region, the other being Galileo Galilei Airport in Pisa.

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3 Popular Hotels near the Ponte Vecchio in Florence Italy ( Firenze ) :

starsHotel degli Orafi - ( 0.1 km from Ponte Vecchio Firenze )

Originally an Augustine convent, this impressive 13th century building is situated in the heart of the city, facing the Ponte Vecchio, and alongside the Uffizi Gallery.

starsContinentale - ( 0.1 km from Ponte Vecchio Firenze )

Boasting exquisite views and occupying a privileged position overlooking the Ponte Vecchio, this unique design hotel is a careful fusion of chic, contemporary décor, a glamorous atmosphere and..

starsGallery Art Hotel - ( 0.1 km from Ponte Vecchio Firenze )

One of the closest hotels to the Ponte Vecchio, this stylish, modern 4-star hotel hosts regular contemporary art exhibitions in its public areas.

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