Old Bridge Florence, Italy

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Sunset view of the Ponte Vecchio, Florence's oldest and most famous bridge. There has been a bridge across the Arno River at this spot since Roman times; the current incarnation dates from 1345. Holly Hayes all photos →

Replacing an ancient Roman bridge destroyed in a flood, the Ponte Vecchio was rebuilt in 1345, probably by the painter Taddeo Gaddi. It has been occupied by the shops of goldsmiths and silversmiths since 1593.

Location map of Old Bridge, Florence, Italy. Click to enlarge.
Aerial view of Old Bridge, Florence, Italy. Click to enlarge.

Quick Facts

Address
Florence, Italy
Coordinates
map · aerial
Date(s)
1345

Article Info

Page Title
Old Bridge
Added By
Holly Hayes
Date Published
October 8, 2013
Last Updated
April 15, 2024
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