Piazza della Signoria

Piazza della Signoria is the main square of Florence, now the seat of civil power and the heart of the city's social life. In the square it is possible to admire, in addition to the Palazzo della Signoria, numerous statues related to the most important events in the city of Florence.

Florence is always worth a trip. Here the Piazza della Signoria with the monument of Girolamo Savonarola. He was an Italian Dominican, penitential preacher, and church reformer. He caused a sensation with his fundamental criticism of the church and was the spiritual supporter of the Republic of Florence from 1494 to 1498 after the overthrow of the Medicean tyranny. He defended a broad political participation against the striving of the oligarchy to contain the rule.

This place is indescribably impressive. You should enjoy some time here.